Preschool Teacher

Description About Early Care and Education

Early Care and Education is a locally owned and operated, nationally accredited preschool program dedicated to raising the bar in early childhood education. Our mission is to create a preschool and after-school program that exceeds state and national standards while allowing children to thrive, explore, and learn through play. We prepare children not only to excel academically but also to develop a lifelong love of learning.

We are looking for enthusiastic and caring teachers to be positive role models for our preschool-aged and elementary-aged children in our after-school program, STEM Station.

We value our teachers and offer:

• 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

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Texas driver's license and willingness to drive a mini bus (after-school teachers only)
• Experience working with young children
• Ability to bend, stoop, and run to keep up with active young children
• Strong communication and interaction skills with children and parents
• Compassion, respect, and patience for young children

• 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 ensure the success of the children and the school family

Monday to Friday must be flexible with shifts. Shifts may include:

• 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
• 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM
• 10:30 AM to 6:30 PM
• 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM
• 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM
• 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent (Required)
• License/Certification:
  Valid Texas driver's license (Required)
• Ability to commute:
  Flower Mound, TX 75028 (Required)