Preschool Teacher

Job Title: Preschool Teacher

Location: Dickinson, Texas

Shift: Must be available between 6am and 6 PM Monday-Friday.

Highland Forest Daycare and Early Learning Center is a nature-inspired educational preschool. We are located at 351 FM 646 RD N, Dickinson, TX.

Highland Forest Daycare and Early Learning Center is seeking a nurturing and attentive preschool teacher to join our team. The teacher will be responsible for the daily care and instruction of children ages 3-5 years old. The ideal candidate should have a passion for teaching young children, ensuring their safety, engaging in developmentally appropriate activities, and maintaining a clean, safe environment.

Responsibilities:

• Provide attentive and high-quality care to children, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
• Create daily lesson plans to meet learning objectives
• Follow daily schedules and routines.
• Engage in hands on learning activities that support children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
• Assist with toilet training when appropriate.
• Maintain a clean and organized environment, including sanitizing toys and equipment.
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding their child's daily activities, development, and any concerns that may arise.
• Follow all daycare policies and procedures, including health and safety protocols.

Qualifications:

• MUST be at least 18 years old
• MUST pass a background check
• MUST have high school diploma or equivalent; additional education or certifications in Early Childhood Education or a related field is a plus.
• Knowledge of child development and appropriate caregiving practices.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain upon hire
• Proven experience working with children in a daycare, church, after school program, nursery, or other childcare setting is preferred
• Ability to lift, bend, kneel, and stoop as needed.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with parents and coworkers.
• CDA is preferred but not required

Benefits:

• Starting Salary $11-14/hour
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $11.00 - $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Ability to Commute:

• Dickinson, TX 77539 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Dickinson, TX 77539: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person