Preschool and Pre-K Assistant Teacher

Job Summary

As a Pre-K Teacher at Rising Starz, you will help create a safe, engaging, and nurturing classroom where children can learn and grow. We are looking for an educator who values consistency, professionalism, teamwork, and strong relationships with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, organized, and engaging classroom environment
• Follow DFPS Minimum Standards and support classroom practices that maintain our Texas Rising Star 4-Star standards
• Maintain required classroom records, ratios, and daily compliance practices
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers
• Maintain daily communication with families in a professional and welcoming manner
• Support children’s social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development through developmentally appropriate learning experiences using Frog Street Curriculum
• Document children’s learning through approved classroom documentation and observations
• Complete student progress assessments three times each school year in alignment with Pre-K Partnership expectations
• Work collaboratively with leadership and team members to support classroom and program goals
• Model professionalism, reliability, and a strong team-centered attitude

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED
• 2 years of previous experience in a preschool or licensed childcare setting
• Must meet DFPS requirements for employment in a licensed childcare center
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• A positive, nurturing, and professional approach with children and families
• A strong work ethic, dependability, and initiative
• The ability to work well within an established team and classroom structure

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 or more years of experience in a preschool classroom
• Experience in a Texas Rising Star program
• Familiarity with Texas Rising Star quality practices
• Familiarity with classroom documentation and school readiness practices
• Ability to communicate effectively with Spanish-speaking children and families

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Benefits/Perks

• Stable, year-round position with consistent scheduling
• Minimal to no weekend hours
• Supportive leadership team and established classroom structure
• Opportunities for growth and professional development within a high-quality program
• Meaningful work supporting children and families in a strong early learning environment