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Lead Teacher - Branson Learning Center at CoxHealth

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Description

:A Lead Teacher is responsible for maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment, to promote the positive development of all children. Plans, directs and coordinates the academic and nonacademic activities of the children in our care. Carry out learning objectives for all ages of children in their care/classroom. Greets parents and children at drop off/pick up. Ensures that all daily tasks are completed correctly and in a timely manner, such as diapers/potty training, laundry, cleaning tables, chairs, diapering/toileting areas before and after each use, clean toys at naptime and/or end of each shift, and stocks supplies for the next day. Knows and complies with keeping state mandated child/staff ratios at all times and all other state, federal and Accreditation regulations/standards.

Overview of Unit/Department
We are looking for individuals who are passionate about helping children reach their milestone goals. If you are a dynamic teacher who loves working with children 6 weeks through 12 years of age, who enjoys seeing children reach their full potential and thrive, we are searching for you. If you want to work with a team that fosters a culture of continual Early Childhood growth and learning, apply to join our team of professional, enthusiastic teachers.

Education

  • Required: None Required
  • Experience:

  • Required: 1-2 Years Related Experience
  • Skills

    Excellent customer service skills.

    Excellent time management, interpersonal, communication, organization, prioritizing, decision-making and planning skills.

    Able to perform in highly stressful situations, including high volume times such as morning drop off times and during overlap (start of 2nd shift) drop off/afternoon pickup times.

    Health Screening required.

    Successful annual clearance from Family Care Safety Registry.

    An annual TB test required.

    At least 18 years of age.

    Initital T-Dap immune

    Licensure/Certification/Registration

    Required: Must obtain Heartsaver Pediatric CPR/FA/AED certification within 30 days of hire

    Typical senior pay: $140k for Business Teachers, Postsecondary nationally

    National salary averages
    Expected senior-level
    $140k
    Entry
    Mid
    Senior
    Expected
    $46k Market range (10th-90th percentile) $211k

    Top performers earn significantly more—skill and negotiation matter.

    Senior roles pay 123% more than entry—experience is well rewarded.

    Slight candidate advantage

    Pay is responsive to skills and negotiation. Position yourself as a specialist.

    Hiring leverage
    Balanced
    Wage leverage
    Strong
    Mobility
    Moderate

    Who this leverage applies to

    Stronger for: Specialists with niche skills, Credentialed candidates
    Weaker for: Generalists, Self-taught practitioners

    Where to negotiate

    Base salary
    Sign-on bonus
    Title / level
    Remote flexibility
    Scope & responsibility
    Start date / PTO

    Likely Possible Unlikely

    Use competing offers and timing to your advantage.

    Does this path compound?

    Job Growth →
    High churn
    Growth, flat pay
    🚀 Compound
    Growth + pay upside
    ⚠️ Plateau
    Limited growth
    Specialize
    Experts earn more
    Pay Upside →
    Expertise pays off

    Limited new roles, but specialists earn significantly more.

    +6%
    10yr growth
    Typical: Doctoral or professional degree

    Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.

    Labor data: BLS 2024