Lead Preschool Teacher (3.5-5 year olds)

Lead Preschool Teacher

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–1:30 PM (full-time available)
Summer: Optional summers off or year-round opportunities
Compensation: Competitive pay + performance incentives

Moonbow Child is looking for a warm, creative, and enthusiastic Lead Teacher for our mixed-age classroom of children ages 3.5–5.

Our Waldorf-inspired, nature-rich program celebrates imagination, hands-on learning, outdoor exploration, and meaningful relationships. We're looking for someone who loves early childhood and wants to be part of a supportive, collaborative school community.

What We Offer

• Small class size (maximum 13 children) with a dedicated assistant
• Supportive leadership and collaborative teaching team
• Beautiful, nature-based learning environment
• Paid planning time and professional development
• Competitive pay, performance incentives, paid time off, and employee discounts
• Consistent daytime hours with flexible summer opportunities

Responsibilities

• Lead a warm, engaging classroom rooted in Waldorf-inspired and experiential learning.
• Create meaningful experiences through storytelling, art, music, movement, nature, and play.
• Support children's social-emotional growth and development.
• Collaborate with teachers, assistants, and families.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and nurturing classroom.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching young children in preschool, kindergarten, homeschool, or similar settings.
• Passion for child-centered, nature-based education.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Creative, flexible, and comfortable working outdoors.
• Education degree preferred, but relevant experience welcomed.
• Waldorf experience is a plus; professional development and support are provided.

Join Our Team

If you love childhood, value creativity and connection, and find joy in helping young children learn and grow, we'd love to meet you!

To Apply: Send your resume and a brief introduction about your interest in Moonbow to [email protected].

Work Location: In person

Pay: $19.25 - $20.27 per hour

Expected hours: 25.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Education:

• Associate (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Required)
• DCF Credentials (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Jacksonville, FL 32256 (Required)

Work Location: In person