Primary 2 Lead Teacher - 3 year old (2yrs Exp or Cert Req)

Small World Preschool LLC; Texas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Small World Preschool LLC is seeking an experienced Primary 2 Lead teacher to plan and implement a developmentally appropriate program for 3-year-olds, aligned with Frog Street. You will guide activities promoting social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth within a supportive team.

The role emphasizes collaboration, classroom management, and ongoing assessment of each child, with emphasis on Texas licensing standards and a positive, energetic campus presence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or active EC-6 Certificate preferred.
• Meets Texas childcare licensing requirements.
• Minimum 2 years teaching in an EC program.
• Strong knowledge of social, emotional, creative needs of young children.
• Positive attitude and team player.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage daily classroom activities for 3-year-olds.
• Assess developmental needs and document progress.
• Implement Frog Street curriculum in daily plans.
• Maintain a safe, engaging and well-organized classroom.
• Provide encouragement and consistent expectations for behavior.
• Support housekeeping and facility upkeep as needed.
• Attend staff meetings and school events.
• Uphold professional appearance per Employee Handbook.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Communication with families

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or EC-6 Certification

2+ years licensed EC program teaching

Job description

Job Description

Are you passionate about early childhood education and eager to shape the future?

We're seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Primary 2 Lead teacher to join our amazing team. As a Lead teacher, you will plan and implement an ongoing program of activities that promote the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of each child, in accordance with The Frog Street curriculum approach to teaching and learning, specifically for 3 year olds.

Small World Preschool is a TRS 4 Star accredited school, owned and operated by the same family for 38 years. We value our employees and reward their efforts with a competitive compensation package. We're looking to add a new teacher in the coming weeks if we find the right person. Come learn more about Small World!

Duties for Primary 2 Lead teacher

• Responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a group of children.
• Assesses each child's developmental needs on an ongoing basis.
• Assists in implementing the approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule in accordance with the Frog Street Curriculum®
• 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 Small World Employee Handbook.

Requirements for Lead teacher at Small World Preschool

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or an active EC-6 Certificate strongly preferred.
• Must meet basic requirements of Texas childcare licensing.
• Minimum 2 years teaching experience in a licensed early childhood program strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of the social, emotional, and creative needs of young children.
• Positive attitude and team player, we're a small group of teachers and work very closely with one another, it's important to bring a certain level of energy to campus on a daily basis.