Lead Teacher for multi-age classroom (In-home Preschool)

Come join our warm, Christ-centered in-home preschool community as a Lead Teacher, where your passion, leadership, and dedication will guide children’s academic, social, emotional, physical, and spiritual growth. In this role, you will oversee the daily operation of the classroom, implement our play-based curriculum, and foster a joyful, organized learning environment for children from walking age through Pre-K.

This position is ideal for an experienced early childhood educator who enjoys leading a small classroom, building strong partnerships with families, and inspiring curiosity through hands-on learning. Please note that there is an assistant in the classroom to help with serving up to 12 children in a single classroom and allowing for exceptional relationships and individualized care.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure the classroom runs smoothly through consistent routines, effective transitions, and proactive supervision.
• Plan, prepare, and fully implement the approved curriculum to support each child’s growth and development.
• Provide attentive care for children from walking age through five years old, including assistance with diapering, bottle feeding, handwashing, meals, and rest time as needed.
• Maintain timely, professional communication with families through the parent communication app, including daily updates and approximately 10–20 meaningful photos of each child documenting meals, naps, transitions, and learning experiences.
• Lead engaging indoor and outdoor activities, providing two to three hours of outdoor learning and play daily, including water-play days and nature-based exploration.
• Set up, maintain, and sanitize classroom materials, art projects, toys, and learning environments.
• Foster positive social interactions and model patience, kindness, and Christ-centered values.
• Collaborate closely with the Classroom Support Assistant and Director to ensure high-quality care and education.
• Maintain compliance with all Texas childcare licensing standards and safety procedures.
• Participate in other duties as assigned by leadership.

Requirements

• At least 21 years of age.
• Minimum of one year of experience teaching young children in a daycare, preschool, or school setting.
• Comfortable caring for children from walking age through five years old.
• Strong knowledge of child development and positive guidance practices.
• Ability to lead a classroom and safely manage groups of children.
• CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• CDA credential (or higher early childhood credential) required or to be obtained within six months of hire.
• Alignment with our Christian faith and commitment to modeling Christ-centered behavior.
• Reliable, punctual, enthusiastic, and collaborative.

Benefits

• Paid time off and holiday pay after 90 days.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive, family-like work environment.
• Opportunity to grow with our expanding faith-based preschool program.
• Reduced childcare tuition for eligible staff families.

Why Join Arrow Child Development Center?

At Arrow Child, children flourish academically, socially, and spiritually through a Christ-centered, play-based approach. As our Lead Teacher, you will have the opportunity to make a lasting impact in a small, close-knit program that values low ratios, meaningful family partnerships, and individualized learning experiences.

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

• What days and times are you available to work?
• Minimum and Maximum hours worked per week (For example: 20 to 30 hours)
• This preschool is run out of our home, with a private classroom area and its own entrance separate from our living space. Are you comfortable working in this type of in-home childcare environment?
• Why are you looking for new employment?
• What age groups have you worked with in the past?
• Are you available Monday through Friday? Our program runs from 7:45 AM–5:45 PM, and we’re looking for someone primarily between 8:15 AM and 4:45 PM with a 45-60 minute lunch. Does that align with your availability?

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• First Aid Certification (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $22