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About the Role

The Child Development Center is seeking a caring and energetic Early Childhood Teacher to join our team in a supportive, play-based environment. This role focuses on helping young children learn and grow, fostering their social, emotional, and cognitive development.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Lead Teacher to implement an engaging and developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with NAEYC and Texas Rising Star standards.
• Work with the Lead Teacher on assessments, classroom materials, and individual child skill development.
• Support children's learning by implementing lesson plans.
• Communicate effectively with families, both verbally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain strong communication with parents/guardians.
• Build positive relationships with families and co-teachers.
• Serve as a positive role model for all children.
• Encourage language development through age-appropriate activities.
• Actively engage with students and participate in classroom activities.
• Maintain an organized and clean classroom environment conducive to play-based learning.
• Participate in professional development and training opportunities.

Requirements

• At least one (1) year of classroom experience in early childhood.
• Passion for creating a nurturing, safe, and supportive learning environment.
• Love for children and a desire to make a difference.
• Commitment to maintaining professionalism.
• Strong desire to work collaboratively with a talented team.
• Patience, creativity, and strong communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to various teaching styles and children's needs.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage children in a group setting.
• Reliability, professionalism, and a strong work ethic.
• Must meet all Texas DFPS and HHSC requirements.
• Must pass state and national criminal background checks.
• Must be able to lift/carry 25-30+ pounds.
• Must be able to be on your feet for long periods of time.
• Must be able to move, bend, reach, and physically navigate the classroom.
• General computer proficiency.

Skills

• Creativity
• Warmth
• Professionalism
• Communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Adaptability

Location

• Austin, Texas

Work Type

• Full-Time
• Year-round
• Non-exempt

Experience Level

• 1+ year of classroom experience in early childhood

Education Level

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associates in Early Childhood or a CDA (Preferred)
• Bachelor's in Education or Early Childhood (Preferred)

Salary/Compensations

• $22-23 per hour

Benefits

• Low teacher/student ratios
• Each class staffed with a lead teacher and two assistant teachers
• Continuous classroom support and dedicated Education Administrators
• Generous paid holidays (~21 Days, including Spring Break & Winter Break)
• Additional individual PTO
• Health insurance (employer paid portion of premiums)
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Potential childcare discounts
• Continued professional growth and training
• Matched 401K program (after 1st year)
• Generous paid parental leave (after 3rd year)

About the Company

• The Child Development Center is a NAEYC-accredited, 4-star Texas Rising Star preschool in Southwest Austin.
• An established non-profit preschool focused on children, families, and staff.
• Serves infants through pre-K.