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Our team of early childhood professionals is looking for a highly qualified candidate who is passionate about working with young children in a God-centered and family-oriented environment under supportive and caring leadership.

Available positions will be posted on this page.  Please check back periodically as positions will be removed as they fill.  You may submit your resume and application (link at bottom of page) by email and the Director will contact you if you have been selected for an interview. Please attach your resume and application in PDF format.  All applicants interviewing for the position will be required to submit a criminal history background check through Texas Child Care Licensing.

Full time applicants must not have any regularly scheduled commitments during preschool operating hours M-F 6:00a-6:00p.  Part time applicants must agree to a flexible work schedule within preschool operating hours.

Click on each position to view full details.

Infant/Toddler Teacher

Full Time available

DESCRIPTION

The Methodist Preschool Teacher is the adult responsible for the daily instruction and care for the students enrolled in his/her class.  The teacher will also comply with the procedures, policies, and guidelines described in the Methodist Preschool Employee Handbook.  The teacher reports directly to the Methodist Preschool Director.

QUALIFICATIONS

  1. Exemplary classroom management and organizational skills.
  2. Self-motivated, and strong time management skills
  3. Punctual, reliable, dependable, and responsible
  4. Able to work cooperatively as part of a team.
  5. Flexible and adaptable, willing to fill in where situations require and work with business operating hours
  6. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  7. Patient and engaging personality
  8. Self-control: maintain composure and keep emotions in check during stressful situations.
  9. Displays creativity abilities and a passion for teaching young children and for developing preschool-related activities
  10. Knowledge of early childhood curriculum and child development.
  11. Knowledge of instructional methods appropriate for preschool-aged children or infants/toddlers as related to position
  12. Knowledge of childcare programing as related to licensed centers in the state of Texas.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum two years working in a licensed childcare center, OR proof of Child Care Regulation Pre-service training, required.
  • Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, OR CDA (Child Development Credential), OR proof of enrollment in an early childhood/educational program, preferred but not required.
  • Must meet background check eligibility
  • Current CPR certification

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Enforce rules of student behavior, establish classroom routines, and execute classroom management practices and procedures
  2. Plan and implement age-appropriate activities and lessons, provide indoor and outdoor opportunities for the children, and adapt teaching methods and curriculum to meet student’s varying needs, interests, abilities, developmental levels and learning styles.
  3. Physical requirements: must be able to lift 40 lbs., bend or squat to the floor, and interact with children on their physical level.
  4. Must service basic needs of the children including changing diapers and/or soiled clothing, present a nurturing and supportive demeanor, and ensure regular meals and nap times are provided.
  5. Observe, assess, and document student learning progress and development to provide for parents’ awareness and to use in teacher-parent conferences.
  6. Interact daily with parents, develop and maintain positive relationships with children and parents, encourage parental involvement in the program, and provide open and cooperative communication with families.
  7. Collaborate with others to implement lesson plans and activities that promote student learning and development, and provide opportunities that encourage student exploration, problem solving, and social skills.
  8. Submit lesson plans two weeks in advance of implementation date for Director review and approval.
  9. Adhere to all Texas Child Care Regulation requirements for licensed centers including, but not limited to, health and safety of students, classroom and building sanitation, and appropriate supervision of children.
  10. Plan and prepare the classroom setting, and maintain organization and functionality of the classroom.
  11. Attend professional training, staff meetings, and other required events as mandated by the Methodist Preschool Director and/or Texas Child Care Regulation.
  12. Ensure that no child is abused, neglected, or exploited while in the care of the center, and report suspected abuse, neglect, and exploitation to DFPS

BENEFITS

  • Reduced tuition for staff children
  • Paid training including CPR and First Aid
  • Continuing education opportunities and reimbursement
  • Performance-based wage increases

Assistant Teacher

Full Time & Part Time available

DESCRIPTION

The Methodist Preschool Assistant Teacher is the adult assisting the classroom teacher in the daily instruction and care for the students enrolled in his/her class.  The assistant teacher will also comply with the procedures, policies, and guidelines described in the Methodist Preschool Employee Handbook.

QUALIFICATIONS

  1. Self-motivated, and strong time management skills
  2. Punctual, reliable, dependable, and responsible
  3. Able to work cooperatively as part of a team.
  4. Flexible and adaptable, willing to fill in where situations require and work with business operating hours
  5. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  6. Patient and engaging personality
  7. Self-control: maintain composure and keep emotions in check during stressful situations.
  8. Displays a passion for working with young children

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Have a: high school diploma, high school equivalent, or high school certificate of coursework completed
  • Minimum two years working in a licensed childcare center, OR proof of Child Care Regulation Pre-service training, preferred but not required.
  • Must meet background check eligibility
  • Current CPR certification

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Adhere to all Texas Child Care Regulation requirements for licensed centers including, but not limited to, health and safety of students, classroom and building sanitation, and appropriate supervision of children.
  2. Physical requirements: must be able to lift 40 lbs., bend or squat to the floor, and interact with children on their physical level.
  3. Must service basic needs of the children including changing diapers and/or soiled clothing, present a nurturing and supportive demeanor, and ensure regular meals and nap times are provided.
  4. Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement lesson plans and activities.
  5. Interact with parents, develop and maintain positive relationships with children and parents, encourage parental involvement in the program, and provide open and cooperative communication with families.
  6. Attend professional training, staff meetings, and other required events as mandated by the Methodist Preschool Director and/or Texas Child Care Regulation.
  7. Ensure that no child is abused, neglected, or exploited while in the care of the center, and report suspected abuse, neglect, and exploitation to DFPS

BENEFITS

  • Reduced tuition for staff children
  • Paid training including CPR and First Aid
  • Continuing education opportunities and reimbursement
  • Performance-based wage increases

Preschool Aide

Full Time & Part Time available

DESCRIPTION

The Methodist Preschool Aide is the adult responsible for assisting all staff with a variety of tasks including supervision of children and cleaning and sanitation of the preschool.  The aide will also comply with the procedures, policies, and guidelines described in the Methodist Preschool Employee Handbook.

QUALIFICATIONS

  1. Self-motivated, and strong time management skills
  2. Punctual, reliable, dependable, and responsible
  3. Able to work cooperatively as part of a team.
  4. Flexible and adaptable, willing to fill in where situations require and work with business operating hours
  5. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  6. Patient and engaging personality
  7. Self-control: maintain composure and keep emotions in check during stressful situations.
  8. Displays a passion for working with young children

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Have a: high school diploma, high school equivalent, or high school certificate of coursework completed
  • Minimum two years working in a licensed childcare center, OR proof of Child Care Regulation Pre-service training, preferred but not required.
  • Must meet background check eligibility
  • Current CPR certification

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Adhere to all Texas Child Care Regulation requirements for licensed centers including, but not limited to, health and safety of students, classroom and building sanitation, and appropriate supervision of children.
  2. Physical requirements: must be able to lift 40 lbs., bend or squat to the floor, and interact with children on their physical level.
  3. Must service basic needs of the children including changing diapers and/or soiled clothing, present a nurturing and supportive demeanor, and ensure regular meals and nap times are provided.
  4. Collaborate with classroom teachers and other staff to carry out daily preschool activities.
  5. Interact with parents, develop and maintain positive relationships with children and parents, encourage parental involvement in the program, and provide open and cooperative communication with families.
  6. Attend professional training, staff meetings, and other required events as mandated by the Methodist Preschool Director and/or Texas Child Care Regulation.
  7. Ensure that no child is abused, neglected, or exploited while in the care of the center, and report suspected abuse, neglect, and exploitation to DFPS

BENEFITS

  • Reduced tuition for staff children
  • Paid training including CPR and First Aid
  • Continuing education opportunities and reimbursement
  • Performance-based wage increases

Afternoon Infant/Toddler Teacher

Full Time, 12:00pm – 6:00pm

DESCRIPTION

The Methodist Preschool Teacher is the adult responsible for the daily instruction and care for the students enrolled in his/her class.  The teacher will also comply with the procedures, policies, and guidelines described in the Methodist Preschool Employee Handbook.  The teacher reports directly to the Methodist Preschool Director.

QUALIFICATIONS

  1. Exemplary classroom management and organizational skills.
  2. Self-motivated, and strong time management skills
  3. Punctual, reliable, dependable, and responsible
  4. Able to work cooperatively as part of a team.
  5. Flexible and adaptable, willing to fill in where situations require and work with business operating hours
  6. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  7. Patient and engaging personality
  8. Self-control: maintain composure and keep emotions in check during stressful situations.
  9. Displays creativity abilities and a passion for teaching young children and for developing preschool-related activities
  10. Knowledge of early childhood curriculum and child development.
  11. Knowledge of instructional methods appropriate for preschool-aged children or infants/toddlers as related to position
  12. Knowledge of childcare programing as related to licensed centers in the state of Texas.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum two years working in a licensed childcare center, OR proof of Child Care Regulation Pre-service training, required.
  • Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, OR CDA (Child Development Credential), OR proof of enrollment in an early childhood/educational program, preferred but not required.
  • Must meet background check eligibility
  • Current CPR certification

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Enforce rules of student behavior, establish classroom routines, and execute classroom management practices and procedures
  2. Plan and implement age-appropriate activities and lessons, provide indoor and outdoor opportunities for the children, and adapt teaching methods and curriculum to meet student’s varying needs, interests, abilities, developmental levels and learning styles.
  3. Physical requirements: must be able to lift 40 lbs., bend or squat to the floor, and interact with children on their physical level.
  4. Must service basic needs of the children including changing diapers and/or soiled clothing, present a nurturing and supportive demeanor, and ensure regular meals and nap times are provided.
  5. Observe, assess, and document student learning progress and development to provide for parents’ awareness and to use in teacher-parent conferences.
  6. Interact daily with parents, develop and maintain positive relationships with children and parents, encourage parental involvement in the program, and provide open and cooperative communication with families.
  7. Collaborate with others to implement lesson plans and activities that promote student learning and development, and provide opportunities that encourage student exploration, problem solving, and social skills.
  8. Submit lesson plans two weeks in advance of implementation date for Director review and approval.
  9. Adhere to all Texas Child Care Regulation requirements for licensed centers including, but not limited to, health and safety of students, classroom and building sanitation, and appropriate supervision of children.
  10. Plan and prepare the classroom setting, and maintain organization and functionality of the classroom.
  11. Attend professional training, staff meetings, and other required events as mandated by the Methodist Preschool Director and/or Texas Child Care Regulation.
  12. Ensure that no child is abused, neglected, or exploited while in the care of the center, and report suspected abuse, neglect, and exploitation to DFPS

BENEFITS

  • Reduced tuition for staff children
  • Paid training including CPR and First Aid
  • Continuing education opportunities and reimbursement
  • Performance-based wage increases

Afternoon Preschool Teacher

Full Time & Part Time available, 12:00pm – 6:00pm

DESCRIPTION

The Methodist Preschool Assistant Teacher is the adult assisting the classroom teacher in the daily instruction and care for the students enrolled in his/her class.  The assistant teacher will also comply with the procedures, policies, and guidelines described in the Methodist Preschool Employee Handbook.

QUALIFICATIONS

  1. Self-motivated, and strong time management skills
  2. Punctual, reliable, dependable, and responsible
  3. Able to work cooperatively as part of a team.
  4. Flexible and adaptable, willing to fill in where situations require and work with business operating hours
  5. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  6. Patient and engaging personality
  7. Self-control: maintain composure and keep emotions in check during stressful situations.
  8. Displays a passion for working with young children

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Have a: high school diploma, high school equivalent, or high school certificate of coursework completed
  • Minimum two years working in a licensed childcare center, OR proof of Child Care Regulation Pre-service training, preferred but not required.
  • Must meet background check eligibility
  • Current CPR certification

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Adhere to all Texas Child Care Regulation requirements for licensed centers including, but not limited to, health and safety of students, classroom and building sanitation, and appropriate supervision of children.
  2. Physical requirements: must be able to lift 40 lbs., bend or squat to the floor, and interact with children on their physical level.
  3. Must service basic needs of the children including changing diapers and/or soiled clothing, present a nurturing and supportive demeanor, and ensure regular meals and nap times are provided.
  4. Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement lesson plans and activities.
  5. Interact with parents, develop and maintain positive relationships with children and parents, encourage parental involvement in the program, and provide open and cooperative communication with families.
  6. Attend professional training, staff meetings, and other required events as mandated by the Methodist Preschool Director and/or Texas Child Care Regulation.
  7. Ensure that no child is abused, neglected, or exploited while in the care of the center, and report suspected abuse, neglect, and exploitation to DFPS

BENEFITS

  • Reduced tuition for staff children
  • Paid training including CPR and First Aid
  • Continuing education opportunities and reimbursement
  • Performance-based wage increases

 

Click on the link below!

Methodist Preschool Employment Application