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About This Position

Position Title:
Preschool Lead Teacher
Publish Date:
09/22/2026
Brief Overview:
The Floater Lead Teacher is a supportive team member, accountable for continuing to support children when others are absent. This individual is responsible for covering breaks, assisting classroom teachers at both Infant Toddler and Preschool sections, and keeping a clean classroom environment. This individual is expected to provide guidance, training, and assistance in the classroom and throughout the center. The Floater Lead Teacher is assigned to a classroom as needed and must be ready to shift to other classroom of all age groups and/or environment as the situation requires. This individual will assist teaching staff with the implementation of the curriculum in the classroom. The Floater Teacher - Lead reports to the Assistant Director and regularly consults with the Assistant Director to address risks and issues.

The Floater Teacher - Lead may be asked to step in long term to cover a Lead Teacher extended absence. At that time, the Floater Teacher - Lead would cover responsibilities outlined in the Lead Teacher job description, such as lesson planning, parent communication/conferences, etc.
Listing Expiration Date:
11/07/2026
Job Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:

Monitoring child attendance
Greeting children and parents pleasantly and appropriately and ensuring a smooth transition into the classroom
Following lesson plans
Working with Lead and Associate teachers on lesson planning
Assisting in the preparation of instructional materials and learning aides
Supervising children and providing guidance to them on tasks
Promoting social, emotional, and language development of children in the classroom
Supporting screenings, assessments, and ongoing evaluation of child's developmental level of progress
Assisting in implementing specialized learning plans for students (Individual Education Plan IEPs etc.)
Assisting in tracking child progress
Maintaining a safe and healthy classroom environment through continued awareness of classroom activities
Keeping equipment and materials necessary for activities in good condition
Understanding CHS performance standards
Upholding CHS standards and procedures within the classroom
Attending teaching workshops and meetings
Giving feedback to staff where applicable
Collaborating with other members of the teaching staff to understand lesson plans and classroom expectations
Acting as a role model in the classroom and assisting with classroom duties as needed
Maintaining confidentiality as it pertains to program, staff, and families
Other duties as assigned
Job Type:
Full-Time
Number of Jobs Available:
1
Required Experience
2-5 years
Required Studies:
Associates Degree
Salary Option:
Yearly
Required Languages:
Salary Requirements:
The salary range for this position is $53,565 to $59,516 based on expertise.
Preferred Start Date (use calendar button):
10/26/2026
Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Health and fitness reimbursement
etc.
Expected Start/End Time:
7:00 am-4:30 pm
Keystone STAR Level:
Not in STARs
Age Group Position:
Preschool
Minimum Number of ECE Credits Required:
N/A
Minimum Career Lattice Level:
Not Applicable
Required Experience:
2-5 years
PA Teacher Certification Required?:
No
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Website
Application Must Include:
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About This Employer

CATHERINE HERSHEY SCHOOLS FOR EARLY LEARNING (CHS)
1351 Oberlin Rd
, 

Middletown
, PA 
17057



 
PA DHS Certified

 Central-PA



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