Find & Apply For Preschool / Childcare Teacher Jobs in New Iberia, Louisiana

At Gingerbread House Creative Learning Center, being a teacher is more than just a career — it's a calling. Our teachers play an important role in helping young children discover the world around them through creativity, play, and exploration. Every day is a new opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families in our community. When you join the Gingerbread House family, you're not just joining a workplace — you're joining a supportive, close-knit team that feels like home. Our directors and leadership team are dedicated to helping teachers grow both personally and professionally, offering training, encouragement, and opportunities to move forward within our organization. What We're Looking For We're searching for positive, dependable, and passionate individuals who love working with children and want to be part of a caring, creative environment.

Our ideal candidates have:

• A genuine love for children and early education
• A desire to make a difference every day
• A team-first attitude and willingness to learn
• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• Patience, creativity, and compassion
• CPR certification (preferred)
• Previous childcare experience (preferred)
• CDA or early childhood certification (preferred) If you don't yet have certifications or formal experience, don't worry! We provide on-the-job training and support so you can grow into your role. Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities
• Work weekday shifts between 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
• Create a safe, loving, and engaging classroom environment
• Plan and lead lessons that encourage learning through play and creativity
• Build strong, positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers
• Maintain classroom organization, cleanliness, and safety standards
• Supervise mealtimes, snacks, and rest periods
• Be active and hands-on throughout the day — bending, lifting (up to 40 lbs), and engaging with children at their level
• Participate in ongoing professional development, including at least 12 hours of annual training Why You'll Love Working at Gingerbread House We believe teachers deserve to feel appreciated, supported, and inspired. That's why we offer:
• A warm, family-oriented workplace where you're valued and celebrated
• 50% childcare discount after 3 months of employment
• Career growth opportunities — from classroom teacher to leadership roles
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match and retirement plan
• Paid time off and maternity leave
• Employee referral bonuses and ongoing training opportunities

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Dental, Health, Vision, and Life insurance
• Employee childcare discount
• Paid time off
• Referral bonuses
• Retirement plan

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $11.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

CPR Certification (Preferred) Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person