Lead Teacher - BT Early Learning Center Job San Antonio area,Texas USA,Education / Teaching

Job Description

Position Title: BTELC Teacher Caregiver
Position Status: Full-time, At-Will Hourly Employee
Assigned

Hours:

Monday – Friday, 8-hour shift as assigned by Director
Reports To: Director (and/or designees)

Vision and Values of BTELC

At Baptist Temple Early Learning Center (BTELC), we believe that every child is a unique creation of God. Our mission is to provide a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for children and their families to explore God’s world. We aim to encourage children to love others, make wise choices, and grow with a heart for service.

Our curriculum blends Christian values with research-based teaching methods to foster curiosity, critical thinking, and physical development. Teachers serve as role models, encouraging good manners, hygiene, and generosity of spirit. We partner with churches, schools, and community organizations to extend God's love and enrich the lives of families.

Job Summary

The BTELC Teacher Caregiver is responsible for providing a safe and nurturing environment for children in their care. This role involves delivering age-appropriate, developmentally sound instruction and fostering spiritual growth, while collaborating with fellow staff to maintain a positive, effective classroom environment.

Key Responsibilities Instructional Responsibilities:

Implement BTELC’s Christian Vision and Values in all teaching activities.
Develop and deliver lesson plans using Creative Curriculum, Frog Street, and Texas Rising Star guidelines. Ensure documentation of lesson preparation is submitted as required.
Foster an interactive learning environment through hands-on activities, discovery play, and STEAM-based approaches.
Assess each child’s development through ongoing observations and formal assessments.
Prepare a weekly home activity project for each child’s developmental level.
Ensure lesson plans reflect the learning needs of individual children, accommodating various learning styles.
Stay informed of best practices for early childhood education and maintain high Texas Rising Star certification standards.

Classroom Management:

Maintain a calm and respectful tone, modeling positive discipline and reinforcing the BTELC Vision.
Develop a classroom environment that promotes positive behaviors, supports social-emotional development, and fosters learning.
Maintain classroom organization and cleanliness, ensuring that materials and resources are accessible.
Adhere to the daily schedule and facilitate smooth transitions between activities.
Post classroom rules and visually display children’s work, updating classroom displays weekly.

Student Development:

Be a positive role model by supporting each child’s spiritual, social, emotional, and academic growth.
Conduct regular developmental assessments for each child and keep detailed records.
Promote a nurturing environment during meals, and model a family atmosphere through shared mealtimes and prayer.
Use positive reinforcement strategies to encourage good behavior and social skills.

Health and Safety:

Conduct health checks on children upon arrival and departure.
Administer medication as directed by parents and maintain accurate medical records.
Sanitize toys and classroom materials regularly, ensuring a clean and safe environment.
Participate in fire drills, severe weather drills, and lockdown procedures as part of BTELC’s safety protocols.

Professional Development and Communication:

Actively participate in ongoing professional development opportunities, including attending staff meetings and training sessions.
Maintain current certifications, including CPR, First Aid, and required child safety training.
Use Procare Engage software to manage attendance and communicate with parents.
Foster professional relationships with colleagues, parents, and community members, ensuring open lines of communication.

Qualifications:

Minimum 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Current certifications in CPR, First Aid, Child Safety, and other required training.
Two years’ experience in a licensed daycare facility or an equivalent qualification such as a Childhood Development Associate (CDA) or an Associate's degree in Early…