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DAYSPRING ARTS & EDUCATION

Preschool Lead Teacher

Pay: $25–$30/hr

Posted: 1 week ago

Location: Maryland Heights, MO (Onsite)

Last Updated: 6 days ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.

$34,383 / year median in Missouri

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

About DaySpring DaySpring Arts & Education is a non-profit organization & Academy located in Maryland Heights that provides quality arts education and a private school grades Pre-K through High School to the community. DaySpring's mission is to train our students in the creative arts and academics with excellence and to equip them to use the arts and their skills effectively in their lives, impacting the community. DaySpring builds strong foundations in lives, young and old, to sustain their fully developed gifts, and for them to be enjoyed, celebrated and utilized in those lives for a lifetime. Communities will be enriched by the impact of those lives demonstrating how to live with excellent character and skill, enhanced creativity, critical thought, collaboration and passion for their calling. Preschool Lead Teacher

PART TIME POSITION

Position Summary DaySpring Arts & Education is seeking a passionate, creative, and nurturing Preschool Teacher to join our Creative Arts Preschool program. This teacher will foster a joyful, child-centered learning environment where children ages 3-5 can grow academically, socially, emotionally, and creatively. The ideal candidate loves working with young children, values hands-on learning, and is excited to integrate art, music, movement, and developmentally appropriate academics into daily instruction. The Preschool Teacher will partner closely with families to support each child's growth while promoting a love of learning and discovery. We welcome candidates who are passionate about helping children discover their gifts and develop a lifelong love of learning. Work hours are 8:30am-3pm on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Teachers may be asked to occasionally work outside those hours for professional development, parent-teacher conferences, and school events.

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree or Higher Required Early Childhood Certification Preferred Be passionate about educating the next generation in creative and innovative ways Desire to work in a Christian environment 5 yrs experience working with preschool aged students in a classroom setting

Pay:

$25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off Professional development assistance To Apply Please submit a cover letter and resume by email only to academyadmin@dayspringarts.org. In the subject line please use "Teacher". No phone calls please.

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Part Time, Teacher, Academy