Lead Teacher - Toddler & Preschool - SIGN ON BONUS

Lead Toddler / Preschool Teacher

$20.00–$25.00/hour, based on MRTQ Career Lattice level · Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM · 5-Star Quality Rated Childcare Center

St. Elizabeth's Child Development Center is seeking a dedicated, nurturing, and enthusiastic educator to fill one of our two open Lead Teacher positions as we expand our programming in our brand-new, purpose-built facility at 6 Two Lights Road, on the campus of St. Bartholomew's Church in Cape Elizabeth!

We have two exciting opportunities available:

• Lead Toddler Teacher: Lead our Older Toddler classroom, working with children ages 18 months–2.5 years.
• Lead Preschool Teacher: Lead our Early Preschool classroom, working with children ages 2.5–3.5 years.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about early childhood education and excited to be part of our growing program. The ideal candidate will help create a warm, nurturing environment where young children feel safe, supported, and inspired to learn!

About the role: You'll lead the classroom, including curriculum planning and daily routines. You'll provide nurturing care that supports toddlers' growing independence and developmental milestones, and plan learning experiences based on each child's curiosity and skills. The new space includes spacious indoor movement space, outdoor playgrounds, and classrooms designed for each age group.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the classroom, including curriculum planning and daily routines
• Provide nurturing, responsive care that supports independence and individual needs
• Plan developmentally appropriate learning through play, based on children's interests
• Foster a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for exploration and social growth
• Document development using Teaching Strategies GOLD or a similar assessment system
• Build partnerships with families, collaborate with educators and administrators, and guide toddler classroom staff

Compensation and benefits

• $3,000 recruitment and retention bonus (paid incrementally)
• 50% discounted childcare for your own children (private pay only)
• Five weeks of earned paid leave in your first year
• Six paid agency holidays
• Medical plans (choose from 3 options), dental and vision options
• 401(k) agency contribution
• Employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance
• Wellness reimbursement (up to $100/year) plus coaching and wellness support
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary accident and critical illness insurance with health screening benefit
• Bereavement leave

Resumes accepted until the position is filled.

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Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Preferred: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field
• Accepted: Certificate in Child Development
• If not certified, must be willing to pursue certification
• Must maintain CPR/First Aid Certification and complete Maine Early Learning Guidelines Training