Lead Teacher

Lead Teacher (Full-Time)

St. David’s Episcopal Day School (SDEDS), Wayne, PA
Salary: $40,000 (based on experience)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Position Type: School-Year (end of August–May)

Position Overview

St. David’s Episcopal Day School (SDEDS) is seeking a dedicated and experienced Lead Teacher to join our early childhood education team for the 2026–2027 school year. The Lead Teacher is responsible for creating a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment for young learners.

This role is ideal for an educator who values collaboration, consistency, and strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues—and who is committed to ongoing professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and implement age-appropriate curriculum aligned with early childhood best practices

Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment

Lead daily classroom activities, routines, and transitions

Supervise and collaborate with assistant teachers

Conduct ongoing student observations and communicate progress with families

Maintain classroom organization, materials, and documentation

Partner with school leadership on curriculum alignment and classroom needs

Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and school events

Qualifications (Required)

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field

Valid teaching certification – must have PA teacher certification or private academic certification

Prior lead teaching experience in a preschool or early childhood setting

Strong classroom management and organizational skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment

Professional Expectations

At SDEDS, teacher performance and contract renewal considerations are grounded in three core areas:

Classroom Performance

Contributions to School Culture

Professional Development

We are seeking educators who are not only strong in the classroom, but who actively contribute to the overall health and growth of the school community.

Compensation & Schedule

Annual Salary: starting at $40,000

Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Follows school-year calendar (late August through end of May), including school holidays and breaks

Additional opportunities to work Before or After Care may be available.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume through Indeed. Applications will be reviewed by school leadership, with initial screening conducted by the Assistant Head of School.

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