Preschool Teacher- Infants-Toddlers

Early Care & Education: Coppell • Coppell, TX

just now • Onsite

About The Position

Early Care & Education has been serving families for decades with a trusted tradition of excellence in early learning. Our experienced teachers provide a warm, community-centered early learning experience for children from infancy through pre-kindergarten. Our schools emphasize age-appropriate learning, social-emotional growth, and a safe, nurturing environment where every child can succeed. All Early Care & Education schools are NAC accredited and hold a Texas Rising Star (TRS) 4-star rating, the highest possible rating. Our Mission is to create a compassionate school family culture that provides a safe learning environment for the children of Early Care & Education, guided by values of Quality, Integrity, Service, and Community. Early Care & Education is part of Lantern Learning Group, which provides added resources, professional growth opportunities, and long-term stability. We are looking for wonderful Infant and Toddlers teachers to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging program where young children can learn, explore, and grow. This is a hands-on, high-impact role where creativity, compassion, and leadership will shine daily.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Meets HHS and DFPS caregiver qualifications (age, background check, medical clearance, annual training)
• Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)

Nice To Haves

• Previous teaching or childcare experience
• Early Childhood Education coursework or certification
• Valid driver’s license (if transporting children)

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging lessons and activities (storytelling, music, arts, discovery play) that promote whole-child development
• Foster a nurturing classroom culture where children feel loved, valued, and supported
• Model positive behavior while guiding routines and expectations
• Adapt instruction to meet the unique needs of each child
• Partner with families to ensure smooth daily transitions and open communication
• Promote healthy habits like hygiene, nutrition, and self-care

Benefits

• Employer covers 70% of employee medical premium
• FSA/DCA enrollment options
• Voluntary Dental & Vision coverage
• Voluntary Life, Disability, Accident & Critical Illness coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• 80 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) – accruals start day 1
• 13–15 paid holidays annually
• 2 days of paid Bereavement Leave
• Childcare tuition discounts
• Scholarship program
• Lantern Learning Group Paid Family Leave (LLGPFL)
• 401(k) with 6% match, no wait time for vesting once eligible
• CDA Program Assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees