Prekindergarten Teacher

Primrose School of Kingwood; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off/vacation

Discounted tuition for staff children

Job summary

A leading early childhood education provider in Houston is seeking a dedicated Pre-K Class Teacher. The role involves supervising children, implementing lesson plans, and ensuring a stimulating learning environment. Candidates need a 4-year degree in early childhood education and a passion for fostering child development. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Previous teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed early childhood program preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with handling children.
• Knowledge of the social, emotional and creative needs of young children.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage daily class functions.
• Observe and follow local regulations for child care.
• Assess children's developmental needs regularly.
• Implement approved lesson plans.

Skills

Communication

Child development knowledge

Classroom management

Education

4-year degree in early childhood education

2-year degree in early childhood or related field

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

As a Pre‑K, four‑year‑old Class Teacher at Primrose School of Kingwood located at 2311 Green Oak Dr, Humble, Texas 77339 you will help young minds explore, discover and understand the world around them.

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Teacher to plan and implement an ongoing program of activities that promote the social, emotional, cognitive and physical development of each child, in accordance with the Primrose Balanced Learning® approach to teaching and learning.

Primrose School of Kingwood is an accredited private preschool that provides a premier educational child care experience. We offer year‑round programs for children from infant through elementary‑aged school age.

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a group of children.
• Observe all rules and regulations at Primrose School of Kingwood and the local, state or national regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety and care of children.
• Assess each child’s developmental needs on an ongoing basis.
• Implement the approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule in accordance with the Primrose Balanced Learning® curriculum and programming.
• Plan with a member of the Leadership Team the parent‑teacher conferences and student evaluations.
• Maintain an attractive, well‑kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore and make decisions with confidence.
• Provide verbal recognition and acceptance to children while giving clear and consistent expectations for behavior.
• Take responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas and playgrounds.
• Attend all required staff meetings, workshops and/or school functions.
• Maintain overall professional personal appearance in line with the guidelines offered in the Primrose School of Kingwood Employee Handbook.
• Assist in other capacities that the Director, or designee, determines are necessary.

Desired Skills and Experience

• 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.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for program facilitation, child safety and potential emergency situations. For Infant and Young Toddler teachers, ability to lift infants into and out of a crib.
• Infant‑Preschool Teachers: 2‑year degree in early childhood or related field preferred.
• Pre‑Kindergarten Lead Teachers: 4‑year degree in early childhood or related field required; assistants do not need degree.
• Kindergarten Teacher: 4‑year degree in early childhood and certified to teach in the state in which the school operates required.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Primrose Schools and its Franchise Owners are equal opportunity employers. Each Primrose school location is a privately owned and operated franchise.

Additional Benefits

• Competitive salaries based on experience.
• Discounted tuition for staff children.
• Full‑time hours every week.
• Lower teacher‑to‑student ratios; most classes have three full‑time teachers.
• Dynamic Leadership team that is supportive to staff.
• Positive, professional and mature co‑workers.
• On‑site continuing education and professional development.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Health insurance available after 90‑day probationary period.
• Nine paid holidays per year after 90‑day probationary period.
• Paid time off/vacation time begins accruing after one year of service.
• Anniversary bonus of $100/year per each year of service.
• Weekends off (except Spring Carnival).