Preschool and Pre-K Assistant Teacher

Benefits: Employee discounts Free uniforms Paid time off Training & development Benefits/Perks

Stable, year-round position with consistent scheduling Minimal to no weekend hours Supportive leadership team and established classroom structure Opportunities for growth and professional development within a high-quality program Meaningful work supporting children and families in a strong early learning environment Job Summary As a Pre-K Teacher at Rising Starz, you will help create a safe, engaging, and nurturing classroom where children can learn and grow. We are looking for an educator who values consistency, professionalism, teamwork, and strong relationships with children and families.

This role includes implementing developmentally appropriate learning experiences using Frog Street Curriculum, supporting children’s social-emotional growth within a classroom culture rooted in Conscious Discipline, maintaining classroom documentation, and upholding Rising Starz expectations along with DFPS Minimum Standards and Texas Rising Star quality practices. This role is part of our commitment to maintaining strong classroom support and smaller group sizes so children receive the attention they need and teachers can do their best work. Student progress assessments are completed three times each school year in alignment with Pre-K Partnership expectations.

Responsibilities

Maintain a safe, organized, and engaging classroom environment Follow DFPS Minimum Standards and support classroom practices that maintain our Texas Rising Star 4-Star standards Maintain required classroom records, ratios, and daily compliance practices Build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers Maintain daily communication with families in a professional and welcoming manner Support children’s social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development through developmentally appropriate learning experiences using Frog Street Curriculum Document children’s learning through approved classroom documentation and observations Complete student progress assessments three times each school year in alignment with Pre-K Partnership expectations Work collaboratively with leadership and team members to support classroom and program goals Model professionalism, reliability, and a strong team-centered attitude

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required 2 years of previous experience in a preschool or licensed childcare setting Must meet DFPS requirements for employment in a licensed childcare center Strong verbal and written communication skills Positive, nurturing, and professional approach with children and families Strong work ethic, dependability, and initiative Ability to work well within an established team and classroom structure

Preferred Qualifications

3 or more years of experience in a preschool classroom Experience in a Texas Rising Star program Familiarity with Texas Rising Star quality practices Familiarity with classroom documentation and school readiness practices Ability to communicate effectively with Spanish-speaking children and families What Sets Our Team Apart Our team goes beyond supervision. We are intentional, proactive, and grounded in the understanding that children must feel safe and loved before learning can take place.

We believe early childhood classrooms should be full of connection, encouragement, and meaningful engagement. We work together to create a structured, supportive environment where children can thrive and where staff can bring both professionalism and positive energy to the day. Every role in our school contributes to that mission, and we value team members who are dependable, adaptable, and willing to step in where needed to support the team as a whole.