Lead Preschool Teacher
Company/Organization: Gan Yeladim Early Learning Center
Location: 1117 E 35th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99508
Application Dates: Dec 11-31, 2025
Job Description
Do you believe those early years deserve extraordinary teachers? We’re hiring a Lead Teacher for our 2–5-year-old preschool program — someone who inspires curiosity, nurtures growth, and helps shape confident, compassionate learners.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Small class sizes & lower teacher/child ratios
- Supportive, family-like team — with administrators who began as teachers
- Autonomy to bring your teaching style into a strong curriculum framework
- Paid holidays plus 2 extra paid weeks off annually
- PTO, health insurance, and wellness benefits
- Professional development support & tuition reimbursement
- Employee bonuses & anniversary recognition
- A beautiful, inclusive environment that celebrates every child
About Our Program
Our child-centered, teacher-supported learning approach draws inspiration from:
- Reggio Emilia
- Montessori
- Piaget
- Project Approach
We use Teaching Strategies/Creative Curriculum® to design engaging lessons based on children’s emerging interests, blending play, culture, and independence.
What You’ll Do
- Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons
- Create a warm, inclusive, and safe classroom environment
- Build strong, positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
- Observe, document, and assess children’s growth and learning
- Maintain a well-organized and inviting classroom space
- Participate in team meetings and professional development
Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience in early childhood education (preferred)
- Certification in or actively working toward CDA, AA, or BA in ECE —
- Strong classroom management & communication skills
- Ability to pass fingerprint/background check
- CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain within 90 days)
- A genuine passion for hands-on, play-based learning with natural & cultural resources
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid time off + school breaks
- Paid professional development & in-service days
- Tuition reimbursement for ECE studies
- Employee bonuses & anniversary bonus
- Supportive, collaborative work culture
Schedule
- Flexible Hours: Full or Part-time, Monday–Friday
- 8-hour shift with 1-hour lunch
- 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
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