PreK Lead Teacher

Position: PreK 4yr Lead Teacher
Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Free uniforms

Job Title: Pre-K Teacher
Location: Precious Angels Christian Academy
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Us:
At Precious Angels Christian Academy, we are committed to providing a loving, faith-based environment where children can grow academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually. Our goal is to prepare each child for kindergarten while helping them build confidence, character, and a love for learning through structured routines and hands-on experiences.

Position Summary:
We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Pre-K Teacher who has a heart for children and a love for early childhood education. The ideal candidate will create a safe, engaging, and structured classroom while incorporating faith-based values into daily learning.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lesson plans
• Create a structured, nurturing, and positive classroom environment
• Support children’s academic, social, and emotional development
• Incorporate faith-based principles and positive character building into daily activities
• Maintain consistent classroom routines and expectations
• Communicate regularly and professionally with parents
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all children
• Work collaboratively with staff and administration
• Keep the classroom clean, organized, and prepared
• Complete required assessments and documentation

Qualifications:

• Experience working with preschool or Pre-K children (required)
• CDA, Associate’s, or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (preferred)
• Strong classroom management skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Passion for working with children in a faith-based setting
• Ability to meet state licensing requirements

What Makes a Candidate Successful in This Role:

• Reliable, punctual, and consistent
• Warm, patient, and genuinely caring toward children
• Able to create a balance of structure, learning, and fun
• Strong classroom management with a positive approach
• Communicates clearly with parents, children, and coworkers
• Takes initiative and is willing to help wherever needed
• Organized and able to manage time effectively
• Open to feedback and committed to growth
• Demonstrates positive values and serves as a role model for children

What May Make a Candidate Unsuccessful in This Role:

• Frequent tardiness or unreliable attendance
• Difficulty maintaining classroom structure or routines
• Lack of patience or inability to connect with children
• Poor communication with families or team members
• Resistance to feedback or unwillingness to follow curriculum
• Disorganization or incomplete documentation
• Low engagement or lack of enthusiasm in the classroom
• Inability to model positive behavior and values

Benefits (Optional):

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Supportive, family-like work environment
• Opportunities for professional and spiritual growth
• [Add any additional benefits you offer]