Preschool Childcare Lead Teacher

Early Care & Education

Early Care & Education has been serving families for decades with a trusted tradition of excellence in early learning. Our experienced teachers provide a warm, community-centered early learning experience for children from infancy through pre-kindergarten. Our schools emphasize age-appropriate learning, social-emotional growth, and a safe, nurturing environment where every child can succeed. All Early Care & Education schools are NAC accredited and hold a Texas Rising Star (TRS) 4-star rating, the highest possible rating.

Create a compassionate school family culture that provides a safe learning environment for the children of Early Care & Education.

Quality, Integrity, Service, and Community.

Early Care & Education is proud to be part of Lantern Learning Group, a purpose-led network of preschools united by shared values and a commitment to exceptional early childhood education. Being part of this larger family provides our team with added resources, professional growth opportunities, and long-term stability—while allowing each school to maintain the unique culture and identity that makes it special in its community.

Joining Early Care & Education means becoming part of a team that values stability, collaboration, and professional growth. We provide the resources, training, and encouragement you need to grow your career in early childhood education while making a lasting difference in the lives of children and families.

At Early Care & Education, we are committed to supporting your career, family, and future. Our team members enjoy comprehensive benefits like health insurance, 401(k) match, paid time off, tuition discounts, and wellness programs. Lead engaging lessons and activities (storytelling, music, arts, discovery play) that promote whole-child development

Foster a nurturing classroom culture where children feel loved, valued, and supported

Adapt instruction to meet the unique needs of each child

Promote healthy habits like hygiene, nutrition, and self-care

Employer covers 70% of employee medical premium

Voluntary Dental & Vision coverage

Voluntary Life, Disability, Accident & Critical Illness coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

13–15 paid holidays annually

Childcare tuition discounts

Scholarship program

High school diploma or equivalent

Meets HHS and DFPS caregiver qualifications (age, background check, medical clearance, annual training)

Previous teaching or childcare experience (preferred)

Early Childhood Education coursework or certification (preferred)

Valid driver's license (if transporting children) (preferred)

Maintain clear visual and auditory supervision of children