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Preschool Lead Teacher (Ages 2-5) Tiny Roots Christian Academy Port Saint Lucie, FL Job Details Part-time $15 - $17 an hour 19 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Paid holidays Paid time off Parental leave Qualifications School experience Spanish CPR Certification Teamwork Caregiving English First Aid Certification Classroom experience Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods) Full Job Description Tiny Roots Christian Academy is looking for an educator who is rooted in Christ, someone whose faith is not just something she holds, but something she lives. We are looking for a teacher who leads with a heart like Jesus, nurtures every child placed in her care with intention and love, and understands that this work is about far more than teaching; it is about planting seeds of faith, character, and wonder that will grow for a lifetime. "Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old, they will not depart from it." — Proverbs 22:6 ABOUT
TINY ROOTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
Tiny Roots Christian Academy is a Christ-centered, home-based preschool serving children ages 2-5 in Port Saint Lucie, Florida. Our program is rooted in Faith, alive in Nature, and awakened through Montessori and Waldorf-inspired learning. Offering children a slower, more meaningful childhood grounded in play, curiosity, genuine connection, and the love of Jesus. We are intentionally small, not because we have to be, but because we choose to be. At Tiny Roots, we believe quality always comes before quantity. With a maximum of 6 children, every little one in our care receives the individualized attention they need to thrive, feel heard, feel loved, and experience the kind of deep belonging that only comes from an environment that truly feels like home. We are assembling a small, purpose-driven founding team. If you feel called to early childhood education and are looking for a place that values your faith, celebrates your growth, and genuinely cares about your well-being, we would love to meet you. Learn more at tinyrootschristianacademy.com
THE ROLE
We are seeking an experienced, faith-filled Lead Teacher to guide our 2-5-year-old classroom. This is a foundational role. You will help us build our rhythms, routines, and classroom culture from the ground up. You will have meaningful professional autonomy to deliver instruction within our Christ-centered, Montessori-inspired, and Waldorf-inspired curriculum framework. Our Lead Teacher follows a structured daily rhythm and is expected to teach with intention, creativity, and purpose every single day. The ideal candidate is confident in her skills, grounded in her faith, and genuinely excited to grow in Montessori and Waldorf methods and whole-child, respectful caregiving. What you do need is a heart for Christ, a love for children, and a commitment to showing up with intention every single day.
HOURS & SCHEDULE
Monday - Friday | 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM Communication with families is conducted through Lillio, in person at drop-off and pick-up, and through occasional parent-teacher conferences as needed.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Deliver structured, intentional, faith-infused daily instruction within our Christ-centered, Montessori, and Waldorf-inspired curriculum framework Build warm, nurturing, developmentally appropriate relationships with children ages 2-5 Plan and lead hands-on, joyful learning experiences woven with English and Spanish immersion throughout the day Support children ages 2-3 with diapering and potty-training transitions with patience and dignity Communicate warmly and professionally with families through Lillio, in person, and at occasional parent-teacher conferences Guide children with gentle redirection, emotional regulation support, and loving consistency Maintain a clean, organized, non-toxic learning environment Collaborate with leadership to shape and refine classroom rhythms and program culture Uphold all Florida DCF licensing standards with integrity and care Participate in quarterly team check-ins, professional development, and staff meetings
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Christian faith and full alignment with Tiny Roots' values. Bilingual - English and Spanish; daily Spanish immersion is a core pillar of our program Experience working with young children in a school, childcare, preschool, or structured caregiving setting DCF 40-Hour Training — completed or actively in progress Level 2 Background Check & Fingerprinting — fingerprinting cost reimbursed on first paycheck CPR / First Aid Certification — provided at no cost through Tiny Roots Warm, nurturing presence with strong communication skills and emotional maturity Reliability and professionalism — our children and families depend on consistency Willingness to learn and grow in Montessori, Waldorf, and ABA-informed practices
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
These are not requirements; we warmly welcome candidates who are eager to grow. Early childhood coursework or degree Experience in Montessori and/or Waldorf-inspired classrooms Knowledge of ABA-informed practices — we are willing to train the right candidate Experience setting up, designing, or leading a preschool classroom Comfort with parent communication, documentation, and classroom structure
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS COMPENSATION
$15-$17 / hour — commensurate with experience
PAID HOLIDAYS & CLOSURES
All teachers are paid for the following holidays and school closures: Good Friday Memorial Day Labor Day Thanksgiving Day and the Friday after Christmas Eve through New Year's Day Professional Development Days — scheduled each semester with advance notice
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS CPR
/ First Aid certification — fully paid through Tiny Roots Fingerprinting cost reimbursed on first paycheck Clean, non-toxic classroom environment with high-quality air purification Maximum 6 children — low ratios, high connection Classroom autonomy within our curriculum framework Supportive, faith-centered leadership Meaningful spiritual and emotional support Quarterly check-ins and professional development opportunities 3-MONTH
MUTUAL FIT PERIOD
We begin with a 3-month onboarding period focused on shared learning, alignment, and building trust. This ensures a strong, joyful match for both teacher and school, because we want this to be a place you love coming to every day.
OUR FUTURE VISION FOR OUR TEAM
As Tiny Roots grows, we plan to expand our benefits to include increased pay scales, paid maternity/paternity leave, mental health and personal days, and team retreats. We are building more than a school; we are building a calling.
