Our school is growing, and we are looking for caring, dependable, and experienced teachers to join our Preschool and Kinder Prep classrooms serving children ages 2–5 years old.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys creating engaging learning experiences, building strong relationships with children and families, and helping young learners gain the confidence and skills needed for kindergarten success.

In this role, teachers will:

Create a structured, nurturing, and positive classroom environment
Lead fun and educational activities focused on early learning and development
Support children in social skills, communication, independence, and classroom routines
Encourage learning through play, creativity, and hands-on experiences
Work closely with fellow teachers and school leadership
Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming classroom

We are looking for candidates who:

Have previous childcare or preschool experience with ages 2–5
Are energetic, patient, and reliable
Enjoy working in a team environment
Have strong communication and classroom management skills
Meet all state licensing and background check requirements

What we offer:

Supportive leadership team
Positive and welcoming school culture
Competitive pay based on experience
Professional development opportunities
The chance to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education

If you are passionate about helping children learn and grow during their most important developmental years, we would love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Are you comfortable working with children ages 2-5 years old and being flexible to work with any age group within this range as needed?
Are you comfortable working in a one-teacher ratio classroom?
Our school is open Monday-Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. New team members are typically hired as floaters working 10:00 AM-6:00 PM during training, with the opportunity to be placed in a permanent classroom afterward. Are you comfortable with this schedule?
Do you have reliable transportation to and from work every day?
Are you currently CPR/First Aid certified, or are you willing to obtain certification if hired?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

licensed : 1 year (Required)

Language:

English (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Dallas, TX 75206 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Dallas, TX 75206: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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