Childcare Classroom Teacher
Job Description
About This Role
Shining Stars Academy is a privately owned, family-oriented preschool seeking a passionate, reliable, Childcare Classroom Teacher to join our team.
If you love working with ages 2 to 3 years old, value consistency, and want to be part of a supportive, positive school culture, we would love to meet you!
Why Work at Shining Stars Academy?
- Supportive leadership and team environment
- Competitive pay based on experience and credentials
- Discounted childcare tuition
- Paid holidays and PTO
- Employee incentive program
- Ongoing training and professional development
Position Details
- Schedule: Monday–Friday... either 7:30am-4:30pm or 9:30am-6:30pm
- Pay: $16–$18 per hour (based on experience, education, and certifications)
- Language Requirement: Fully English (Bilingual English/Spanish preferred)
What You’ll Do
- Create a safe, nurturing, clean, and engaging learning environment
- Support daily routines
- Plan and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities
- Communicate professionally with families at drop-off and pick-up
- Document daily activities and child progress for parents
- Work collaboratively with your co-teachers
- Assist with diapering, pottying, cleaning, meal prep, and classroom care
- Participate in ongoing training and staff meetings
What We’re Looking For
- Prior childcare or early childhood experience **MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE**
- Reliable, punctual, and fully present at work
- Professional, positive, and energetic
- Able to lift up to 35 lbs throughout the day
- Willing to follow all state licensing and school policies
Minimum Requirements
- 18 years of age or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to pass a background check
- CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
- One year experience in childcare setting
- 18 months of childcare center experience
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Join our team today!
What You'll Do
- Create a safe, nurturing, clean, and engaging learning environment
- Support daily routines
- Plan and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities
- Communicate professionally with families at drop-off and pick-up
- Document daily activities and child progress for parents
- Work collaboratively with your co-teachers
- Assist with diapering, pottying, cleaning, meal prep, and classroom care
- Participate in ongoing training and staff meetings
Requirements
- 18 years of age or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to pass a background check
- CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
- 18 months experience in childcare setting
Nice To Haves
- Child Development Associate Credential
- Multiple years experience childcares
- Brightwheel experience
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Child Care Discount
- Professional Development
About Us
Shining Stars Academy’s goal is to provide safe, affordable but high quality, developmentally appropriate child care for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. We focus on helping children become social, well-educated, independent and self-confident in the quest for learning. We partner with families to ensure their children are receiving the best care in town.
