Preschool Lead Teacher

2 weeks ago

Anchorage, Alaska, United States Midtown Early Learning Center Full time

Join Our Team as a Preschool Lead Teacher

Pay: $22.00 – $24.00 per hour

Do you believe those early years deserve extraordinary teachers? We're hiring a Lead Teacher for our 2–5-year-old preschool program — someone who inspires curiosity, nurtures growth, and helps shape confident, compassionate learners.

Why You'll Love Working Here

  • Small class sizes & lower teacher/child ratios
  • Supportive, family-like team — with administrators who began as teachers
  • Autonomy to bring your teaching style into a strong curriculum framework
  • Paid holidays plus 2 extra paid weeks off annually
  • PTO, health insurance, and wellness benefits
  • Professional development support & tuition reimbursement
  • Employee bonuses & anniversary recognition
  • A beautiful, inclusive environment that celebrates every child

About Our Program

Our child-centered, teacher-supported learning approach draws inspiration from:

  • Reggio Emilia
  • Montessori
  • Piaget
  • Project Approach

We use Teaching Strategies/Creative Curriculum to design engaging lessons based on children's emerging interests, blending play, culture, and independence.

What You'll Do

  • Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons
  • Create a warm, inclusive, and safe classroom environment
  • Build strong, positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
  • Observe, document, and assess children's growth and learning
  • Maintain a well-organized and inviting classroom space
  • Participate in team meetings and professional development

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience in early childhood education (preferred)
  • Certification in or actively working toward CDA, AA, or BA in ECE —
  • Strong classroom management & communication skills
  • Ability to pass fingerprint/background check
  • CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain within 90 days)
  • A genuine passion for hands-on, play-based learning with natural & cultural resources

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off + school breaks
  • Paid professional development & in-service days
  • Tuition reimbursement for ECE studies
  • Employee bonuses & anniversary bonus
  • Supportive, collaborative work culture

Schedule

  • Flexible Hours - Full or Part-time, Monday–Friday
  • 8-hour shift with 1-hour lunch
  • 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

If you're ready to inspire the next generation of learners and join a supportive, growth-minded team, we'd love to meet you

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $ $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Tuition reimbursement

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Early childhood education: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Anchorage, AK Required)

Work Location: In person

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