Lead Pre-K3 Teacher

Pre\-K Teacher \- Round Rock ISD Partnership Program **Shining Stars Academy \| Round Rock, TX** About the Opportunity Shining Stars Academy has partnered with Round Rock ISD to bring a Pre\-K program to our community — and we're looking for the right teacher to lead this classroom. This is a unique chance to shape young minds in a program backed by both a trusted private academy and a respected public school district. If you're passionate about early childhood education and ready to make a real difference, we'd love to meet you. What You'll Do * Provide children with a safe, loving, clean, nurturing, and academically focused learning environment * Create and follow lesson plans filled with engaging educational activities * Document and share regular updates with parents on their child's progress * Support diapering, potty training, food prep, and general classroom care * Multitask effectively to support both children and your co\-teacher * Interact professionally with parents during pick\-up and drop\-off * Take ownership of your classroom, making it the best possible space for your students * Participate in ongoing child development training What You'll Need **Applicants must meet at least** ***one*** **of the following requirements per our district partnership program:** * EC\-6 Texas Teaching Certification, **or** * BA or BS in Child Development or Early Childhood Education, **or** * Child Development Associate (CDA) credential \+ 2 years of experience in a high\-quality TRS or nationally accredited center, **or** * 8 years of experience in a high\-quality TRS or nationally accredited center, **or** * Montessori Certification \+ 2 years of experience in a high\-quality TRS or nationally accredited center **Additional Requirements:** * Available full\-time, Monday through Friday * 18 years of age or older * Able to pass a background clearance check * Energetic and passionate about early childhood education * Reliable, punctual, and fully present each day * Comfortable following child care licensing, Round Rock ISD, and school policies * CPR/First Aid certification upon hire * Able to lift up to 35 lbs throughout the day * Professional demeanor at all times What We Offer * Pay starts hourly $18 and increases based on experience and education * Health benefits * Sign\-on bonus * Paid time off (PTO) * Paid holidays * Discounted tuition for your own children Why Shining Stars Academy? We're a privately owned, family\-oriented company where our team culture comes first. You'll join a supportive, positive environment and enjoy competitive pay, tuition discounts, employee incentives, and genuine opportunities to grow in your career. **Ready to bring your passion for early childhood education to a classroom that matters? Apply today!** Job Type: Full\-time Pay: From $18\.00 per hour Benefits: * Dental insurance * Employee discount * Health insurance * Paid time off * Professional development assistance * Vision insurance Application Question(s): * What makes you the perfect candidate for this position? * The district requires applicants MUST have one of the following. Which do you have? A) EC\-6 Texas Teaching certification. B) A BA or BS in Child Development or Early Childhood Education. C) A Child Development Associates (CDA) AND 2 years of experience in a high\-quality TRS or nationally accredited center. D) 8 years of experience in a high\-quality TRS or nationally accredited center. E) Montessori Certification AND 2 years of experience in a high\-quality TRS or nationally accredited center. Education: * Associate (Required) Experience: * Teaching: 3 years (Required) License/Certification: * EC\-6 Teacher Cerficate? (Preferred) * Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred) * CPR Certification (Required) Work Location: In person