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Lead Preschool Teacher

  2026-05-01     Small Steps Nurturing Center     Houston,TX  
Description:

Please submit a cover letter and resume to hiring@ssnc.org to apply.

The job will begin July 31, 2026.

POSITION SUMMARY

Implement Frog Street curriculum in the classroom in collaboration with the Assistant teacher; foster a stimulating and nurturing learning environment for every student; maintain consistent communication with parents, students, and staff; highly motivated and experienced educator with a passion for early childhood development; maintain the SSNC philosophy in their teaching role.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

Planning & Instruction:

  • Develop, implement and evaluate weekly lesson plans to align to SSNC Scope & Sequence as well as the developmental needs/interests of the students
  • Prepare and post weekly lesson plans, as required
  • Prepare materials for classroom activities, projects, and parent events
  • Prepare progress reports/report cards for review and distribution by designated dates
  • Maintain records, assessments, portfolios, and anecdotal notes/documentation regarding students
  • Provide appropriate resources to support students' developmental needs

Student & Family Services:

  • Create a learning environment centered on respect and diversity
  • Effectively manage classroom procedures and student behavior, implementing SET for Life
  • Prepare for and participate in Home Visits/Parent Conferences
  • Communicate consistently and clearly with parents, students, and staff
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the students assigned and SSNC philosophy
  • Drive or ride on van routes and follow van procedures
  • Provide assistance with toileting, grooming, and other personal care needs, as appropriate, to ensure the health, hygiene and comfort of the student and classroom

Training & Collaborative Partnerships:

  • Participate in and collaborate during teacher training and meetings
  • Prepare and participate in team assessment meetings
  • Seek out professional development opportunities that align with program goals and encourage professional growth
  • Follow guidelines listed in the Employee Handbook
  • Maintain national accreditation and licensing standards
  • Other duties assigned, including events outside of school hours, as needed

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statement(s)

  • Team Work – Ability to work in a team, demonstrating an understanding of cultural differences
  • Dependability – Ability to take responsibility for own actions and complete assignments in an ethical and mature manner
  • Energetic - Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work
  • Patience - Ability to act calmly under stress and strain and not be hasty or impetuous
  • Empathetic - Ability to appreciate and be sensitive to the feelings of others
  • Creative - Ability to think in such a way as to produce a new concept or idea
  • Communication - Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively with others
  • Active Listening - Ability to actively attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education (or related field)

Experience: Minimum of 1 year working with children

Computer Skills: Microsoft Office


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