Lead Preschool Teacher

Company: Premier Early Childhood Education Partners
Location: Milwaukee
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Description Position at The Nurturing Nook The Nurturing Nook in Milwaukee is a licensed childcare center seeking full-time Lead Teacher s to support our Preschool classroom. To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require a high school diploma OR GED, and the ability to pass all background checks. Lead teachers MUST be a Level 5 or higher on the WI registry. Required Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm Compensation: $16-$18.50/hour, based on education and experience We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including: Competitive Pay Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and P rofessional D evelopment Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance 401k with Match Childcare Discounts 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 m aintaining 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. The Nurturing Nook 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. PECEPEDU1

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