Lead Teacher

Job in Decatur, Macon County, Illinois, 62523, USA

Listing for: Premier Early Childhood Education Partners

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-28

Job specializations:

Education / Teaching
Preschool / Daycare, Early Childhood Education, Child Development/Support
Child Care/Nanny
Preschool / Daycare, Child Development/Support

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 18 - 19 USD Hourly USD 18.00 19.00 HOUR

Overview

Kids N Fitness East, in Decatur, is a licensed childcare center seeking Lead Teachers to support the following age groups:

Age Groups

Toddlers/Two's

Qualifications

A CDA or at least 6 ECE college credits, and the ability to pass all background checks. A plus if you have previous lead teacher experience!
Required Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:30am-5:30pm
Compensation: $18 - $19/hour, based on education and experience
Location:

2715 N 27th St, Decatur

Benefits

Competitive Pay
Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development
Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
401k with Match
Discounts for Childcare
Fun and Positive Place to Work
Open Door Policy
Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our teachers!

Main

Job Responsibilities

Prepare lesson plans that are developmentally appropriate one week in advance using current curriculum guides.

Implement lesson plans/curriculum on a weekly basis covering all areas of child development and carry out lesson plans according to classroom schedule/daily routine;
Use our parent communication app efficiently.

Establish a professional level of rapport with each family to provide quality care for the children.

Responsible for the safety and well-being of each child, responding to their emotional needs; and maintaining an organized, clean, safe, and appropriately decorated classroom.

Maintain a child assessment and portfolio for each child, as well as conduct biannual parent/teacher conferences during the month of November and May.

Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.

Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.

Carry out the daily responsibilities of the classroom relating to the care of the children.

Kids N Fitness is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.

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