About This Role
This support staff member position at World Builders Academy in Kansas City offers $16 – $18/Hr. The role requires the appropriate background.
At World Builders Academy, we seek a dedicated and passionate Lead Teacher to join our community of educators and support our students in early childhood through project-based learning.
This role is ideal for an experienced educator who views teaching as a design practice and understands child development deeply.
We are looking for someone who is excited by the opportunity to co-construct curriculum, lead a toddler, preschool, or pre-K classroom, and support children’s social-emotional development using respectful care practices.
The successful candidate will be a collaborative team player who thrives in an environment that values creativity, reflection, and professional growth.
World Builders Academy is a living laboratory where children are capable, curious, and powerful thinkers from the very beginning.
We are always accepting applications for this role.
What You'll Do
As Part Time Lead Teacher, you will be responsible for:
Classroom Leadership & Management
- Lead a toddler, preschool, or pre-K classroom in a project-based learning environment
- Create learning experiences that promote curiosity, independence, and collaboration
- Support children’s social-emotional development through respectful care practices
Curriculum Design & Implementation
- Implement World Builders Academy’s instructional framework in a way that is engaging and relevant to students
- Develop and facilitate long-term projects that integrate multiple subjects, including science, literacy, math, art, engineering, and design
- Embed ELA & math mastery goals into daily work in developmentally appropriate ways
Documentation, Assessment, and Communication
- Observe and document children’s learning through various methods, including photos, notes, work samples, and reflection
- Maintain accurate and detailed assessment records and communicate learning to families through documentation and conferences
Team Collaboration & Support
- Build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues, and participate in planning meetings and professional development opportunities
- Mentor assistant teachers and support classroom teams in achieving educational goals
Requirements
🧰 Qualifications
- Experience teaching in an early childhood classroom (ages 2–5)
- Familiar with RIE / respectful caregiving practices
- Strong understanding of Reggio Emilia philosophy (experience preferred)
- Ability to design engaging learning environments and provocations
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Growth mindset and collaborative spirit
- Comfort with emergent curriculum and project-based learning
Nice to Have
Preferred but not required:
- Early Childhood Education degree or equivalent experience
- Experience with documentation and portfolio-based assessment
Benefits
💛 What We Offer
Common Questions
What is the education required for this position?
At least a high school diploma or equivalent
What does this position pay?
This Toddler Lead Teacher role pays $16 to $18/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Part Time.
Where is World Builders Academy located?
World Builders Academy is located at 7004 Missouri Highway 9, Kansas City, MO