Early Care & Education: Arlington·Arlington, Texas
The lead teacher will facilitate engaging lessons and activities that support whole-child development in a nurturing environment. They are responsible for fostering a positive classroom culture, maintaining safety, and partnering with families to ensure consistent care.
Description About 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.
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Values: 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.
Why Work Here Joining Early Care & Education means becoming part of a team that values stability, collaboration, and professional growth. Many of our educators have been with us for years, creating a culture of support and continuity that sets us apart. 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. A full list of benefits can be found in the “Benefits” section.
We are looking for Teachers to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging program where young children can learn, explore, and grow. This is a hands-on, high-impact role where your creativity, compassion, and leadership will shine daily.
Job Responsibilities 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 Model positive behavior while guiding routines and expectations Adapt instruction to meet the unique needs of each child Partner with families to ensure smooth daily transitions and open communication Promote healthy habits like hygiene, nutrition, and self-care
All hourly employees receive a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth: Employer covers 70% of employee medical premium FSA/DCA enrollment options Voluntary Dental & Vision coverage Voluntary Life, Disability, Accident & Critical Illness coverage Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Voluntary Pet Insurance 80 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) – accruals start day 1 13–15 paid holidays annually 2 days of paid Bereavement Leave Childcare tuition discounts Scholarship program Lantern Learning Group Paid Family Leave (LLGPFL) 401(k) with 6% match, no wait time for vesting once eligible CDA Program Assistance
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) Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain) (preferred) Valid driver’s license (if transporting children) (preferred) Physical Requirements Active classroom environment: frequent sitting, standing, kneeling, bending Ability to lift/move up to 40 lbs as needed Maintain clear visual and auditory supervision of children
Market context
In Texas, classroom teacher roles in early childhood settings are often driven by steady demand for qualified educators who can meet licensing and safety requirements. This role is competitive because employers look for a CDA for infants/toddlers or an early childhood-related associate or bachelor’s degree, plus a positive, energetic approach and clean background checks. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your credential matches the age group before applying.