MAKE A DIFFERENCE. JOIN A TEAM THAT VALUES YOU.
Love Jesus? Love teaching kids? Come grow with Lionheart Children’s Academy. Lionheart Children’s Academy is a multi-site ministry of Christian early learning academies. We are hiring educators who want their work to matter for eternity. We are not just a child care center. We are a Christ-centered ministry with 22 locations and a big vision: to see children and families transformed by the Gospel through Christ-centered child care academies across the country.
Now Hiring Across Our Educator Career Ladder
(Choose the level that fits your experience. We will talk through best fit during screening.)
- Assistant Teacher | Starting: $13.50
- Early Childhood Teacher | Starting: $15.00
- Lead Teacher | Starting: $18.00
Career Growth Pathway: Assistant Teacher → Teacher → Lead Teacher
If you are coachable and committed, Lionheart is a place where you can grow.
What Makes Lionheart Different:
Faith-Based Community
A workplace rooted in spiritual growth, purpose, and service.
Child Care Discounts
Deep discounts for your little ones because we believe in supporting our team and families.
403(b) Retirement Plan With employer match to help you plan for the future.
Free Training & Certifications
Including CCEI courses and CDA support to help you grow.
Role Snapshot Assistant Teacher (Entry level, training provided)
- Supports classroom routines, supervision, and activities under the direction of the Lead Teacher
- Helps create a safe, clean, loving classroom environment
- Ideal for career starters, students, and those new to early childhood
Early Childhood Teacher (Classroom execution)
- Plans and delivers age-appropriate learning experiences
- Manages classroom routines, documentation, and family communication
- Supports a consistent, high-quality classroom experience
Lead Teacher (Classroom ownership + mentorship)
- Leads classroom excellence and models best practices
- Mentors and supports Teachers and Assistant Teachers
- Helps build a strong classroom culture, consistency, and quality
Who We’re Looking For
- A Christ-centered educator who loves working with kids and sharing their faith
- A team member who embraces our Statement of Faith and Commitment to Biblical Living
- A team player who brings joy, initiative, and intentionality to the classroom
- Someone who sees this not just as a job, but as ministry
- 18+ and able to pass a background check
- Early childhood or ministry experience preferred (varies by role)
Why It Matters Every story, every smile, every seed of faith you plant in a child’s heart can echo into eternity. One Heart, One Vision.
Apply Today We are hiring at multiple Lionheart locations. Come grow with us.
Apply here: https://secure7.saashr.com/ta/6213165.careers?CareersSearch=&lang=en-U or www.lionheartkid.org
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: $15.50 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Referral program
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
