Preschool Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

$500 Sign-on bonus!!

The Preschool Teacher serves as a lead teacher responsible for creating a structured, engaging classroom environment that supports academic readiness and play-based learning for late 3 year olds/early 4 year olds. Reporting to the school director, this role guides children’s learning and development, maintains a safe and well-organized classroom, communicates with families, and participates in frequent community outings and occasional training travel. Professional development courses are available to support ongoing growth.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate lessons and classroom instruction.
• Facilitate structured academic readiness and play-based learning activities.
• Supervise children and maintain a safe, supportive classroom environment.
• Assess children’s development through observation and maintain accurate student records.
• Manage classroom routines, behavior, and learning environments.
• Communicate with parents and collaborate with the preschool teaching team.
• Follow safety procedures and participate in frequent community outings.
• Attend occasional training travel and pursue professional development courses.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of preschool teaching experience.
• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• State-issued Early Childhood Education teaching credential.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Knowledge of Early Childhood Education, child development, lesson planning, classroom management, observation, and assessment. (Required)
• Strong parent communication, patience, creativity, and collaboration skills. (Required)

At Delaware Christian Academy, we want our staff to feel supported, valued, and part of something meaningful. We are a Christ-centered preschool community that believes in loving our students well, supporting our families, and helping children build a strong foundation for their future.
If you are someone who walks into a classroom and thinks, “This is exactly where I’m supposed to be,” we would love to meet you!

Company Description

At Delaware Christian Academy, we want our staff to feel supported, valued, and part of something meaningful. We are a Christ-centered preschool community that believes in loving our students well, supporting our families, and helping children build a strong foundation for their future.\nIf you are someone who walks into a classroom and thinks, “This is exactly where I’m supposed to be,” we would love to meet you!