Top skills for Lead Teacher jobs

Based on 218 active Lead Teacher postings · updated Oct 8, 2026.

Skills employers ask for

The share of Lead Teacher postings that list each skill. Text that appears in almost every posting — equal-opportunity and benefits sections — is left out.

  • Teaching71%
  • Special Needs47%
  • Professional Development37%
  • Life Insurance24%
  • Reimbursement20%
  • Coaching19%
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion18%
  • Licensing18%
  • Child Care16%
  • Hiring16%
  • Creativity15%
  • First Aid10%
  • Infants9%
  • Staff Meetings8%
  • Empathy8%
  • Background Checks7%
  • Ensure Compliance7%
  • Health Benefits7%
  • Recruiting7%
  • Inclusivity6%
  • Toddlers6%
  • Exploration5%
  • State Regulations5%