Pre-K Teacher; Little Wonder Academy

Base Pay: $15.00 / Hour

• Job Category:
  Childcare Teacher
• Employee Type:
  Non-Exempt
• Required Degree:
  High school
• Manage Others:
  No

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At BRAINATION we view education as a transformative journey unique to each student. Our approach nurtures personal growth, fosters a sense of belonging, and cultivates joy in learning. Through our inquiry-based model and emphasis on self-reflection, we guide students to develop critical skills such as resilience, curiosity, and emotional intelligence. This journey is not about reaching a standardized endpoint, but about continuous growth and discovery, preparing students to navigate life's challenges and become lifelong learners who contribute positively to their communities.

Little Wonder Academy is a nurturing and engaging child development center that is compassionate about providing a safe and loving childcare center where every child can belong, find joy, and be great!

The Teacher assists in the daily management and supervision of the classroom and children.

• Implementing curriculum activities and lesson plans.
• Follows program schedule for the classroom, outdoor time, meals, snacks and special activities.
• Uses positive guidance techniques consistent with state licensing regulations; counsels children when social, academic or adjustment problems arise.
• Keeps accurate and current records of each child’s developmental milestones, student accidents, anecdotal notes and attendance.
• Helps to establish developmentally appropriate room arrangement, décor, and learning environment in the classroom, consistent with the program’s philosophy and goals.
• Provides daily written communication to parents of infants, toddlers, and two-year-olds as well as updating Kid Reports. For other age groups, ensures that daily list of activities is posted for parents.
• Maintains classroom bulletin boards.
• Has working knowledge of Texas Minimum Standards as they pertain to center operations.

• Interacts professionally with current and prospective families.
• Maintains appropriate primary caregiver groups.
• Observes, records, and reports to director any needed repairs to the building, playarea, equipment or toys throughout the facility.
• Ensures that children are not exposed to equipment or situations that could affect their health and safety.
• Accepts temporary work assignments in the event regularly scheduled staff is not available.
• May write, submit, and implement a lesson plan.
• May also answer phones, cook, clean, and organize as needs of the program dictate.

• Implements appropriate emergency procedures.
• Administers CPR/First aid or other appropriate emergency procedures in the event of serious child accidents or emergencies.
• Properly maintains educational materials and equipment, ensures that children are using equipment in an appropriate manner.
• Keeps classroom and other play areas safe, neat and clean.

• Must meet or exceed state licensing requirements for age, education, and experience
• At least 2 years experience working in early education preferred
• Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred
• First aid & CPR certified required
• Must be able to repeatedly bend, stoop and run; must repeatedly lift and carry children.
• Must be able to effectively interact and communicate with children and parents.
• Must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting check prior to starting employment. Non-refundable fee paid by employee.

• This is a full time non-exempt position.