A joyful start to learning

The Lamplighter School in Dallas, Texas, seeks a passionate and collaborative Kindergarten teacher to join its Early Childhood division. Lamplighter is a vibrant independent school community where curiosity, creativity, and joyful learning guide the student experience and where teachers are trusted professionals with the autonomy to shape meaningful classroom experiences.

Educators at Lamplighter work in an open, highly collaborative environment where ideas are shared freely and colleagues support one another’s growth. Families are deeply engaged partners in the life of the school, and faculty members are encouraged to bring both intellectual curiosity and a spirit of lifelong learning to their work.

This position is ideal for an educator who loves the foundational work of early childhood education—building classroom culture, supporting emerging literacy and numeracy, and helping young learners develop confidence, curiosity, and independence.

Position Overview

The Kindergarten teacher leads a self-contained classroom and works closely with an associate teacher to create a warm, structured, and engaging learning environment for young students. The role includes whole-group instruction, small-group differentiation, and the thoughtful integration of literacy, math, and experiential learning.

Kindergarten students also participate in specialty area courses, allowing the classroom teacher to collaborate with colleagues across the program.

Key Responsibilities

The Kindergarten teacher will:

• Create a joyful and inclusive classroom environment that supports the social, emotional, and academic development of young learners

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned with the school’s literacy and math programs

• Utilize whole-group instruction alongside differentiated small-group learning

• Partner closely with an associate teacher to support classroom instruction and student needs

• Implement effective classroom management strategies rooted in positive relationships and clear expectations

• Collaborate with colleagues in a highly team-oriented teaching environment

• Communicate regularly and effectively with families regarding student progress and classroom experiences

• Participate actively in faculty collaboration, curriculum conversations, and school life

Curriculum and Instruction

Kindergarten instruction at Lamplighter includes:

• UFLI Phonics for literacy development

• Eureka Squared Math for foundational numeracy

• Integrated learning experiences that support language development, creativity, and exploration

Students also attend specialty area classes as part of their weekly schedule.

Qualities of Successful Candidates

Lamplighter seeks educators who demonstrate:

• A genuine passion for teaching and learning

• Strong collaboration skills and enthusiasm for team-based teaching

• Curiosity and a commitment to professional growth

• The ability to build strong relationships with students, colleagues, and families

• A reflective mindset and openness to new ideas and instructional approaches

Candidates who bring experience from multiple educational settings—including international or diverse school environments—are particularly valued.

Qualifications

Required

Preferred

• Master’s degree in education or a related field

• Experience with structured literacy approaches

• Familiarity with Google Workspace or similar classroom technology tools

About Lamplighter

The Lamplighter School is an independent school in Dallas serving students in Early Childhood and Lower School. The school is known for its joyful culture, strong faculty collaboration, and commitment to empowering teachers as thoughtful practitioners.

Faculty members at Lamplighter benefit from a collegial environment where ideas are shared openly, teachers contribute meaningfully to curriculum development, and professional curiosity is encouraged.

• Bachelor’s degree

• Elementary or early childhood teaching experience

• Strong classroom management and instructional planning skills

About The Lamplighter School

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