Top 5 Kindergarten teacher Jobs in Columbia, Mo

Full-Time Lead Preschool Teacher
A Good Start Preschool —Columbia, MO
- $17 - $19 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
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Columbia Public Schools —Columbia, MO
- $45,600 - $66,029 a year
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- Classroom
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End of The Rainbow Childcare Center —Columbia, MO
- $15 - $17 an hour
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- Entry level
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United Cerebral Palsy Heartland —Columbia, MO
- $16 an hour
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- Classroom
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
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Full-Time Lead Preschool Teacher

A Good Start Preschool -
Columbia, MO

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Job Details

Full-time
$17 - $19 an hour

Benefits

Paid holidays

Qualifications

Behavior management
Classroom organization for children
Teaching experience with young children
Classroom Teaching

Full Job Description

Full-Time Lead Preschool Teacher – 3-Year-Old Classroom

A Good Start Preschool – Columbia, MO

For over 25 years, A Good Start Preschool has provided exceptional early childhood education rooted in faith, family, and whole-child development. We are seeking an experienced Full-Time Lead Teacher to guide and nurture our 3-year-old classroom.

If you have a passion for early childhood education, experience leading a classroom, and a heart for helping children grow academically, socially, and spiritually, we would love to meet you!

About Us

At A Good Start Preschool, we believe in nurturing the whole child through:

Social-emotional development
Academic learning through structured play
Daily devotions & nondenominational Christian Bible stories
Creative, hands-on experiences

Our mission is to prepare each child for Kindergarten and help them grow into confident, joyful learners.

Position Summary

The Lead Teacher for our 3-year-old classroom is responsible for overseeing the daily classroom environment, guiding children through routines and learning experiences, and fostering a safe, loving, and engaging space where every child can thrive.

This role includes classroom leadership, communication with families, and collaboration with staff, as well as supporting outdoor play and overall classroom management.

What We’re Looking For

A great candidate is someone who:

Has experience leading or co-leading a preschool classroom
Demonstrates strong classroom management and leadership skills
Loves working with young children and understands their developmental needs
Can remain calm and patient in high-energy or stressful moments
Communicates clearly and positively with both children and families
Is dependable, organized, and takes initiative
Values a nurturing, Christian-based learning environment

Requirements

Prior experience in early childhood education (required for Lead role)
Experience in a preschool or childcare setting preferred
Strong ability to manage a classroom and guide routines independently
Must be mature, dependable, and attentive to children’s needs
Must pass a criminal background check

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the 3-year-old classroom with confidence and consistency
Guide children through daily routines, activities, and transitions
Implement and adapt lesson plans to meet classroom needs
Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and daily activities
Supervise children during indoor and outdoor play to ensure safety
Maintain a warm, structured, and encouraging classroom environment
Collaborate with administration and staff to support the preschool as a whole

Benefits

Monthly work attendance bonus
Preschool holiday event work bonus
Meals provided
Evenings & weekends off
Paid holidays
7 paid personal days

To Apply

If you’re passionate about early childhood education and ready to lead a classroom where children are known, loved, and encouraged, we would love to hear from you!

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