Job Description
Be the First Smile of Every Child's Day.
Every great school day starts with someone who is ready before the children arrive.
The classroom is welcoming. The activities are prepared. The smiles are genuine. Families are greeted by name, and children know they're walking into a place where they are safe, loved, and excited to learn.
At Primrose School of Liberty, our Opening Teachers set the tone for the entire school. Their energy, professionalism, and consistency help create a positive beginning for every child, every family, and every teammate.
If you're naturally a morning person who enjoys starting the day with purpose and believes first impressions matter, we'd love to meet you.
What You'll Do
Every morning, you'll help create an exceptional start to the day by:
• Welcoming children and families with warmth and professionalism
• Creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment
• Leading fun, hands-on learning experiences using the Primrose Balanced Learning® curriculum
• Reading stories, singing songs, encouraging exploration, and celebrating milestones
• Supporting children's social, emotional, and cognitive development
• Helping children transition smoothly into their school day
• Working as a team to ensure classrooms are prepared, organized, and ready for success
Why Teachers Love Primrose School of Liberty
We're committed to helping great teachers build great careers.
We offer:
• Competitive hourly pay based on experience, education, credentials, assigned shift, and availability
• Consistent full-time hours
• Monday-Friday schedule (No weekends!)
• Paid training and ongoing professional development
• Curriculum, lesson plans, and classroom resources provided
• Childcare tuition discounts
• Paid holidays and PTO opportunities
• Supportive leadership that coaches and encourages growth
• Opportunities to advance into Lead Teacher, Classroom Captain, and Leadership positions
• A positive, family-focused school culture
We're Looking For Someone Who...
✔ Loves mornings and enjoys starting each day with positive energy.
✔ Understands that first impressions matter.
✔ Takes pride in arriving early, prepared, and ready to serve.
✔ Enjoys building relationships with children, families, and teammates.
✔ Is dependable, organized, and committed to consistency.
✔ Wants to build a long-term career in early childhood education.
Schedule
Full-Time
Monday-Friday
7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
This position requires a consistent Monday-Friday schedule. Because children and families rely on familiar teachers and predictable routines, applicants should be able to maintain this schedule consistently.
Qualifications
Required
• Experience working with young children
• Reliable personal transportation
• Excellent attendance and punctuality
• Professional communication and customer service skills
• Ability to meet Missouri childcare licensing requirements
• Comfortable with active supervision, classroom routines, diapering (when applicable), playground supervision, meals, and daily transitions
Preferred
• CDA or degree in Early Childhood Education (or related field)
• Experience in a licensed childcare center
Start Every Day Making a Difference.
Every morning brings a fresh opportunity to help a child feel confident, welcomed, and excited to learn.
Families remember the teacher who greets them with a smile. Children remember the teacher who makes them feel like they belong.
If you're dependable, energetic, and ready to help create an amazing start to every school day, we'd love to welcome you to our team.
Apply today and become the first smile of every child's day.
Pay: $14.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
Application Question(s):
• This position requires a consistent Monday–Friday schedule of 7:00 AM–4:00 PM. To provide consistent care for our children and dependable service to our families, can you commit to working this schedule for at least your first 90 days of employment?
○ Yes
○ No
• Do you have reliable personal transportation that allows you to consistently arrive at work before your scheduled 7:00 AM start time? (Uber, Lyft, taxis, and other ride-share services do not meet this requirement.)
○ Yes
○ No
• This position requires arriving on time every morning so classrooms are fully prepared before children begin arriving. Are you comfortable consistently starting work at 7:00 AM, Monday through Friday?
○ Yes
○ No
• Opening Teachers are often the first staff members families interact with each morning. Are you comfortable greeting children and families with a warm, professional, and welcoming attitude every day?
○ Yes
○ No
• This position includes preparing classrooms, organizing materials, and ensuring children have a safe, welcoming environment before the school day begins. Are you comfortable with these responsibilities?
○ Yes
○ No
• Are you seeking a position that you intend to remain in for at least one year?
○ Yes
○ No
• This position requires active supervision of children, sitting on the floor, lifting up to 35 pounds, diapering (when applicable), outdoor playground supervision, classroom transitions, and assisting children with daily routines. Are you able to perform these essential job duties?
○ Yes
○ No
Work Location: In person