Preschool Teacher- Toddler-Twos
About The Position
Early Care and Education is a locally owned and operated, nationally accredited preschool program. Its mission is to provide preschool and after-school programs that exceed state and national standards and help children thrive, explore, and learn through play, while supporting academic growth and a lifelong love of learning. The school is seeking enthusiastic, caring teachers to serve as positive role models for children in its preschool and after-school program, STEM Station. This position is for the Toddler-Twos classroom. Teachers maintain a safe, healthy, nurturing classroom and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum that supports children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth. They document attendance, food program compliance, developmental milestones, accidents, and daily communications with parents; use Conscious Discipline for positive guidance; and collaborate professionally with team members. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with flexibility across shifts that may run from 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM, including a shorter 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM shift.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience working with young children.
- Strong communication and interaction skills with children and parents.
- Compassion, respect, and patience for young children.
- Ability to bend, stoop, and run to keep up with active young children.
- Ability to work a flexible Monday-to-Friday schedule.
- Valid Texas driver’s license is required; willingness to drive a mini bus is specified for after-school teachers only.
- Ability to commute to Flower Mound, TX 75028.
Responsibilities
- Maintain a safe, healthy, and nurturing classroom environment.
- Implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum that promotes social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth.
- Document attendance records, food program compliance, developmental milestones, accident reports, and daily communication with parents.
- Use positive guidance techniques through the implementation of Conscious Discipline.
- Collaborate respectfully and professionally with other team members to support the success of the children and the school family.
- Serve as a positive role model for preschool-aged children.
Benefits
- Competitive wages based on experience and education.
- Vision, dental, and health benefits for full-time employees.
- 401(k) matching.
- Discounted child care tuition.
- Paid time off for full-time employees.
- Holiday pay for full-time employees.
- Multiple bonus and incentive opportunities.
- CDA achievement assistance.
- Career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
