Lead Teacher — Childcare Academy

Job overview

The Lead Teacher — Childcare Academy role is onsite in Grand Rapids, MI. Compensation is not specified. The academy’s mission is to provide a nurturing, safe, and enriching environment where children thrive and families feel supported. The lead teacher guides classroom learning and supports children’s development through age-appropriate lessons, play, and consistent classroom practices. The role also mentors assistant teachers and aides, communicates with families, and maintains compliance with academy standards and Michigan child care licensing rules.

What you'll do

• Lead, coach, and mentor assistant teachers and classroom aides
• develop, implement, and evaluate age-appropriate lesson plans
• maintain a safe and engaging classroom
• communicate children’s progress to parents and guardians
• collaborate with staff on curriculum and classroom management
• uphold academy standards and Michigan licensing rules
• participate in professional development.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

lead teacher

childcare

early childhood education

classroom leadership

lesson planning

child development

grand rapids mi

early learning

michigan child care licensing

cpr and first aid

no weekends

no holidays

childcare tuition discount

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• supplemental insurance
• paid time off and holidays
• wellness programs
• 50% childcare tuition discount or eligible TriShare participation
• career growth opportunities.

Why this role

Candidates must be at least 19 and meet one of the stated Michigan licensing qualification pathways. CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain it is required. The posting states no nights except one monthly after-hours staff meeting, and no weekends or holidays.

About the employer

Early Learning is hiring for this role. Industry: Child Care Services. Sector: 62.