Summary

Qualifications Must be able to pass background check; follow rules, regulations and company procedures; be 18 years of age;

The ideal candidate for this position must have one of the following valid and current certificates or credentials from a nationally or state recognized institution approved by Bright from the Start:

Georgia Teacher Certificate issued by the Professional Standards Commission (PSC) in Early Childhood Education, Birth through Five endorsement, Special Education General Curriculum Consultative/ECE or out-of-state, valid, and current official teaching certificates in Early Childhood or Elementary Education

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education or related field

Must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid Georgia Teaching Certificate or higher

CPR and 1st Aid Certifications (or willingness to obtain these)

Must maintain state in-service training requirements and GA Pre-K Training requirements

Positive and cheerful

Dependable - more reliable than spontaneous

People- Oriented - enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects

Duties

Responsibilities

The GA Pre-K Lead Teacher is responsible for general classroom management and supervision

Responsible for the personal care, hygiene, and positive discipline of the children and will help maintain classroom records, cleanliness , and orderliness

Planning and implementing activities designed to promote social, physical, emotional and intellectual growth needed in children

Communicating with parents about progress

Notifying Director or parents about potential issues

Requirements

Must meet state licensing requirements for education and experience. 21 years of age or older. Exception: Lead teachers who have a valid Bachelor degree or higher teaching credential do not have to meet the minimum 21 years of age requirement. Must be able to meet state background check requirements.

Education required: Either of the Below Four Year Degree Four Year Degree and T4 Certification or Master's Degree and T5 Certification

Salary is based on State of Georgia 2025- 2026 Reimbursement Rates

Nice To Haves

Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Accidental Insurance, Paid Time off, Discounted Childcare

Benefits

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Discount for childcare

About Us

Our Company is based out of Alpharetta, GA operating 18 Childcare Centers around Metro Atlanta