Lead Educator, Preschool

Job overview

The Lead Educator, Preschool role is onsite in Dublin, CA. Pay is $27–$31 per hour, based on education and experience. The educator leads an inclusive preschool classroom where children of all abilities learn alongside support from speech, occupational, and behavior specialists. The role leads daily teaching and classroom routines, supports children’s individual needs and progress, and guides a classroom team. Partnership with families, the Classroom Coordinator, and therapy specialists helps align classroom activities with children’s goals and maintain a safe, supportive learning environment.

What you'll do

• Lead classroom routines, transitions, and group activities
• implement curriculum with the Classroom Coordinator and adapt activities to children’s needs and goals
• support children with autism and developmental delays using strategies from individual plans
• provide personal care including diapering, toileting, feeding, and naptime support
• communicate with families and document children’s development
• coach the classroom team and hold regular check-ins
• collaborate with SLPs, OTs, BCBAs, and RBTs
• and maintain classroom safety, organization, and compliance with Title 22 licensing and ratio requirements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

lead educator

preschool

dublin ca

school of imagination

inclusive classroom

early childhood education

neurodiverse learners

monday–friday

8:00 am–5:00 pm

$27–$31/hr

family communication

classroom team leadership

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 100% employer-paid medical benefit options, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), comprehensive paid time off and sick days, structured training, and ongoing coaching.

Why this role

Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Requires at least 12 completed Early Childhood Education units, two years as a lead or head teacher in a licensed early childhood program, and experience supporting children with special needs or neurodiverse learners. Current First Aid and CPR certification required.

About the employer

School of Imagination is hiring for this role. Industry: Child Care Services. Sector: 62.