--- title: Pre School Lead Teacher description: Children's Paradise Preschool and Infant Centers is hiring for the Pre School Lead Teacher role in Vista, CA. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/pre-school-lead-teacher-preschool-center-at-childrens-paradise-preschool-and-infant-centers-01a0e96a-dad0-7955-a6dd-c402f8348c74 date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join Children's Paradise Preschool and Infant Centers as Pre School Lead Teacher in Vista, CA. Pays $24–$32 per hour. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/v1r5ga.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Children's Paradise Preschool and Infant Centers | | **Location** | Vista, CA | | **Salary** | $24/hr - $32/hr | | **Posted** | Sep 28, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for Children's Paradise Preschool and Infant Centers. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Children's Paradise Preschool and Infant Centers. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $43,000 – $51,000 a year (median $46,000). ## Description **What We Offer** - **Fun & Dynamic Work Environment** - **Growth and Promotional Opportunities** - **100% Medical Benefits Provided** - **Dental, Vision and 401k Plans Offered** - **Discounted to No Cost Childcare (based on qualifications)** - **Annual Stipends and Quarterly Company-Wide Events** - **Behavioral and Mental Health Support Provided** - **Paid Vacation, Sick and Holidays** At Children’s Paradise, we believe that **EVERY CHILD DESERVES TO BEGIN LIFE WITH BIG DREAMS!** If every child was provided a quality early education, they would be more prepared for learning in kindergarten and do better throughout their education. Join a dedicated group of professionals that are making a difference in the communities we live and work in, all while having fun, enjoying great people and having **great pay and benefits!** Compensation is based on education, applicable Child Development Permit credentials, qualifications, and relevant experience. Starting wages are determined in accordance with the employer's established compensation structure. **Lead Teacher: $24.00-$32 per hour** - Lead Teacher with AA +Associate Teacher Permit: starting wage $24.00 per hour - Lead Teacher with BA +Teacher's Permit: starting wage $29.00 per hour - Lead Teacher with BA +Site Supervisor Permit: starting wage $30.00 per hour **Job Summary:** This person will work as a Lead Teacher in a QPI, and CSPP classroom, they will serve as a qualified QPI Lead Teacher and may be eligible to receive a stipend at the end of the year. This person is responsible to lead the educational care and development of a specific classroom by implementing all components of the Quality Preschool Initiative, CSPP and Head Start as defined in the Program requirements. Supervise all Instructional Assistants (IA’s) and perform tasks required to support High Quality learning for all students, parents & extended families. Collaborate with children, staff & families to assure High Quality early childhood education - Maintaining a ECERS score of 6 or higher and a CLASS score of Emotional Support – 5.5, Instructional Support – 3.5 & Classroom organization – **Summary of essential job functions** - Responsible for planning & implementing a rich curriculum, which incorporates the California Foundations & Frameworks, and The Creative Curriculum. The teacher will be responsible for using the CLASS tool to guide intentional teaching and meaningful engagement. The teacher will be responsible for creating and maintaining the specific interest centers including Science, Math, Literacy & Language, Dramatic Play, Block Play, Sensory Play, and Reading Corner & Soft Places for relaxing using ECERS guidelines. - Responsible to ensure daily Classroom cleanliness that meets with all Health & Safety Guidelines as defined within ECERS & the External Health & Safety review. Responsible to delegate cleaning routines to IA support staff. - Responsible to support the Site Director to ensure compliance with all Licensing regulations, agency policies and procedures and the Education Code as applicable. Reference CA Code of Regulations, Title 22 Sections 101215 and 101215.1, and Title 5. **Minimum Requirements:** Degree +24Core ECE units and ability to attain designated Child Development Permit. - Lead Teacher with AA +Associate Teacher Permit: starting wage $24.00 per hour - Lead Teacher with BA +Teacher's Permit: starting wage $29.00 per hour - Lead Teacher with BA +Site Supervisor Permit: starting wage $30.00 per hour **Compensation:** Compensation is based on education, applicable Child Development Permit credentials, qualifications, and relevant experience. Starting wages are determined in accordance with the employer's established compensation structure. **Physical Requirements** - Ability to work at various locations, as needed. - Ability to walk, sit, and stand for extended periods of time. - Ability to lift up to 35 pounds to support children. - Ability to bend and squat to interact with children. ## Skills - Cleanliness - Cleaning - Child Development - Teaching - Planning - Licensing - Initiative - Creative Curriculum - Workplace Safety ## Benefits - Mental Health - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Paid Time Off (Pto) - 401(k) Plans ## Related - [Education & Training jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/education-and-training?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Childcare Teacher & Director jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/education-and-training/childcare-teachers-and-directors?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Preschool / Childcare Teacher jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/education-and-training/childcare-teachers-and-directors/preschool-childcare-teacher?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related pages - [California](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 260754 jobs - [Child Day Care Services](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/education/child-day-care-services?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 11268 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)