Preschool Assistant Teacher- All Ages

The Pillars: Boerne Stage Rd; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical premium assistance

FSA/HSA enrollment

Dental & Vision coverage

Paid Time Off (PTO)

13-15 paid holidays

Bereavement Leave

Childcare tuition discounts

Scholarship program

LLGPFL

401(k) with 6% match

CDA Program Assistance

Job summary

The Pillars is a faith-based preschool network delivering high-quality early childhood education in San Antonio. The Preschool Assistant Teacher role focuses on creating a safe, nurturing classroom where young children can explore, learn, and grow daily.

You will lead engaging activities, support families, model positive behavior, and adapt instruction to each child’s needs. A high school diploma and childcare experience are preferred, with benefits including PTO and tuition discounts as part of

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Early Childhood Education coursework or certification preferred.
• Previous teaching or childcare experience is preferred.
• Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain.
• Valid driver's license (if transporting children) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging lessons and activities that promote whole-child development.
• Foster a nurturing classroom culture where children feel loved and supported.
• Model faith-based values and positive behavior while guiding routines and expectations.
• Adapt instruction to meet the unique needs of each child.
• Partner with families to ensure smooth daily transitions and open communication.
• Promote healthy habits like hygiene, nutrition, and self-care.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Early Childhood Education coursework or certification

Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Description

About The Pillars

The Pillars Christian Learning Centers are award-winning, faith-based preschools dedicated to delivering exceptional quality and outcomes in early childhood education. We are proud to be recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing U.S. businesses for 2023, 2024, and 2025.

The Pillars was also voted the #1 Preschool/Daycare in San Antonio by readers of both the San Antonio Express-News and SA Current "Best of" awards in 2023 and earned the distinction of #1 Preschool/Daycare in the Dallas-Fort Worth area in both 2023 and 2024 by The Dallas Morning News Reader’s Choice Awards.

The Pillars blends faith-based values with evidence-based curriculum, nurturing the whole child - academically, socially, and spiritually. Families trust The Pillars to provide a safe, loving, and enriching environment where children thrive.

Our Mission:

Deliver a high-quality early childhood education program, helping students successfully reach important developmental, emotional, and academic milestones - all while instilling strong character and a lasting foundation of Christian faith.

Our Values:

Quality, Integrity, Service, and Community.

The Pillars is proud to be part of Lantern Learning Group, a purpose-led network of preschools united by shared values and a commitment to exceptional early childhood education. Being part of this larger family provides our team with added resources, professional growth opportunities, and long-term stability - while allowing each school to maintain the unique culture and identity that makes it special in its community.

Position: Preschool Assistant Teacher

We are looking for a Preschool Assistant Teacher to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom where young children can learn, explore, and grow. This is a hands-on, high-impact role where your creativity, compassion, and leadership will shine daily.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead engaging lessons and activities (storytelling, music, arts, discovery play) that promote whole-child development
• Foster a nurturing classroom culture where children feel loved, valued, and supported
• Model faith-based values and positive behavior while guiding routines and expectations
• Adapt instruction to meet the unique needs of each child
• Partner with families to ensure smooth daily transitions and open communication
• Promote healthy habits like hygiene, nutrition, and self-care

Benefits

At The Pillars, we believe our team members are the true foundation of our success. You'll join a team that feels more like family, with strong community support and the resources of a larger network behind you. We are proud to be recognized not only for our exceptional programs but also as a "Best Place for Working Parents." Working here means growing your career, impacting children’s lives, and being celebrated for your contributions.

Our team members enjoy comprehensive benefits like:

• Employer covers 70% of the employee medical premium
• FSA/HSA enrollment options
• Voluntary Dental & Vision coverage
• Voluntary Disability, Accident & Critical Illness coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• 80 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) - accruals start day 1
• 13-15 paid holidays annually
• 2 days of paid Bereavement Leave
• Childcare tuition discounts
• Scholarship program
• Lantern Learning Group Paid Family Leave (LLGPFL)
• 401(k) with 6% match, no wait time for vesting once eligible
• CDA Program Assistance

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Meets HHS and DFPS caregiver qualifications (age, background check, medical clearance, annual training)
• Previous teaching or childcare experience (preferred)
• Early Childhood Education coursework or certification (preferred)
• Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain (preferred)
• Valid driver’s license (if transporting children) (preferred)

Physical Requirements

• Active classroom environment: frequent sitting, standing, kneeling, bending
• Ability to lift/move up to 40 lbs as needed
• Maintain clear visual and auditory supervision of children