Lead Preschool (3YO) Teacher

La Mère Academy; Leander (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

La Mère Academy is seeking a dedicated teacher to nurture and supervise a group of young children. The role offers a supportive environment with competitive pay and benefits. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, CPR certification, and a passion for fostering growth in children. Join our superhero team and make a difference in education!

Benefits

Competitive pay

Child Care discounts

Tenure, Annual and Attendance Bonuses

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

$10,000 Group Life/AD&D policy

Flex spending

PTO

Stocked break room with snacks

Breakfast, lunch, and snacks provided

Qualifications

• Must meet basic requirements of local child care regulatory agency.
• Previous teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed early childhood program preferred.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the supervision and daily class functions of a group of children.
• Assesses each child's developmental needs and implements approved lesson plans.
• Maintains a clean, safe environment and adheres to local regulations.

Skills

Love of small children

Friendly demeanor

Strong work ethic

Dependable

Education

High School Diploma

Degree in Early Childhood or CDA preferred

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

You are not just a teacher. At La Mère Academy, we know that as a teacher, you are a superhero! Time, energy, experience, and passion are your superpowers and you use those skills for the most valuable undertaking in the world, education and building the confidence of future generations.

That's why La Mère Academy believes it's so important to give you all the tools you need to further develop your talents and feel appreciated for the crucial work that you do.

We choose to honor your superpowers with these amazing benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Child Care discounts
• Tenure, Annual and Attendance Bonuses
• Medical, Dental & VisionInsurance
• $10,000 Group Life/AD&D policy
• Flex spending
• PTO
• Stocked break room with snacks and goodies to relax between classes.
• Breakfast, lunch, and snacks provided
• BONUS: We are a great team to work with

Get treated like the superhero you are! Join us at La Mère Academy.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Love of small children
• Loving and nurturing
• Friendly, enthusiastic demeanor, strong work ethic, cooperative team spirit, highly professional and dependable
• High School Diploma, GED, or higher (degree in early childhood or CDA preferred)
• CPR and First Aid certifications
• Must meet basic requirements of local child care regulatory agency
• Previous teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed early childhood program preferred
• Knowledge of the social, emotional, and creative needs of young children
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations.
• Willingness to attend training and staff meetings

Primary Responsibilities:

• Is responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a group of children.
• Observes all rules and regulations at La Mère Academy and the local, state, or national regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety, and care of children.
• Assesses each child’s developmental needs on an ongoing basis.
• Implements the approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule
• Plans with a member of the Leadership Team the parent-teacher conferences and student evaluations.
• Maintains an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore, and make decisions with confidence.
• Provides verbal recognition and acceptance to children while providing clear and consistent expectations for the children’s behavior.
• Accepts responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas, and playgrounds.
• Attends all required staff meetings, workshops, and/or school functions.
• Maintains overall professional personal appearance adhering to the guidelines offered in the Employee Handbook
• Assists in other capacities that Director, or designee, determines is necessary.

Compensation:

• Bi-weekly pay
• Direct deposit available
• $18 - $22 an hour depending on experience

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18 - $22 / hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.