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$29k

Per Year DOE (Depends on Experience)

Position range in Harris County $21k - $29k Per Year Assistant Teacher

The Learning Center at the Living Word Lutheran Church

Occupation:

Childcare Workers

Location:

Katy, TX - 77450

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift

Posted:

09/02/2026

Positions available: 1

Source:

WorkInTexas

Web Site:

WorkInTexas

Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Updated:

09/05/2026

Expires:

10/02/2026

Job #: 17064020

Job Requirements and Properties

Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite

Full Time Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent Schedule

Full Time Job Type

Regular Duration

Permanent Employment Shift

Day Shift Public Transit

Available Help for . Assistant Teacher Job Summary Under the direction of the lead teacher, assists in the daily management and supervision of the classroom and children. Engage with and interact positively with the children. Assists with coordinating and implementing childrens personal care, hygiene, learning activities, specialized programming, and positive guidance. Ensures that classroom and other play areas are consistently clean, safe, and maintained according to Texas Minimum Standards and the NAC Classroom Observation form. Reporting Relationships The assistant teacher reports directly to the Director; he/she also takes day-to-day directions and instructions from the Lead Teacher in the classroom, and/or other center management personnel. Qualifications The assistant teacher qualifications must meet or exceed state licensing requirements for age, education, and experience. Previous work experience is preferred. Must be able to repeatedly bend, stoop and run; must repeatedly lift and carry children. Must be able to effectively interact and communicate with children and parents. The assistant teacher must maintain at least 24 hours of training per year. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Education and Curriculum Assists in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum activities and lesson plans that correspond with Frog Street curriculum. Follows program schedule for the classroom, outdoor time, meals, snacks, and special activities.

Uses positive guidance techniques consistent with state licensing regulations; counsels children when social, academic or adjustment problems arise.

Keeps accurate and current records of each childs developmental milestones, student accidents, anecdotal notes, and attendance.

Under the direction of the lead teacher, helps to establish and maintain developmentally appropriate room arrangement, décor, and learning environment in the classroom, in accordance with Texas Minimum Standards and the NAC Classroom Observation form.

Provides written communication daily to parents of infants, toddlers, two-year-olds, and three-year-olds. For all age groups, ensures that the current lesson plan and daily schedule are posted for parents. Assists in pulling and preparing lesson plan materials for upcoming week and maintaining hallway bulletin boards and writing and art displays inside the classroom.

Has strong working knowledge of Texas Minimum Standards and NAC Standards as they pertain to center operations. Interactions with Parents, Staff and Supervisor Interact professionally with current and prospective families.

Maintains appropriate primary caregiver groups.

Actively participates in TLC events. Regularly attends mandatory events (varies with school calendar) such as monthly staff meetings, required Professional Development Days, Fall Festival, Spring Fling, and Christmas Program. Pre-K teachers also participate in Pre-K Graduation.

Observes, records, and reports to lead teachers to any needed repairs to the building, play area, equipment, or toys throughout the facility. Ensures that children are not exposed to equipment or situations that could affect their health and safety.

Accept temporary work assignments in the event regularly scheduled staff is not available, such as taking full responsibility of the classroom in the absence of the lead teacher. May write, submit, and implement a lesson plan. May also answer phones, cook, clean, organize, etc. as needs of the program dictate. Health and Safety Implement appropriate emergency procedures in the event of fire, tornado, chemical leak, or another emergency situation.

Administers CPR/First aid or other appropriate emergency procedures in the event of serious student accidents or emergencies.

Properly maintains educational materials and equipment, ensures that children are using equipment in an appropriate manner.

Keeps classroom and other play areas safe, neat, and clean.

Background requirement:

Candidates must pass a drug screen and background check. (Due to the nature of the employer's business, company policy requires that candidates with criminal backgrounds will not be considered for employment.)