Childcare Lead Two-Year-Old Teacher

Child Development Schools; Fort Worth (TX); In loco; USD 19.000 - 21.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical, dental, vision, life

401(k)

9 holidays and 8 PTO

Tuition discount for your children

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250

PerkSpot discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Professional development

Descrizione del lavoro

Child Development Schools is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide a two-year-old classroom in a caring, development-focused environment. You will plan engaging activities, document child progress, and maintain strong communication with families to support growth and well-being.

You will collaborate with a teaching team, ensuring safety, adherence to licensing ratios, and a warm, welcoming classroom atmosphere where children explore with curiosity and joy.

Competenze

• Strong communication with families and staff.
• Ability to observe and document child development.
• Commitment to safety and licensing standards.

Mansioni

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate lessons and activities for the two year old classroom.
• Keep the classroom safe, organized, and compliant with licensing and ratio requirements.
• Observe and document each child’s development and share progress with families regularly.
• Build relationships with parents through daily communication and scheduled conferences.
• Complete required documentation including attendance, incident reports, and assessments.

Conoscenze

Strong communication

Relationship building

Safety awareness

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Description

Your role

As a Lead Teacher at Child Development Schools, you will help create a classroom filled with discovery, creativity, learning, and joy. Each day, you will guide children through meaningful experiences that encourage curiosity, confidence, kindness, and growth. From hands‑on activities and storytelling to everyday learning moments, you will shape a warm and welcoming environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to explore the world around them.

You will serve as a trusted partner to families, a positive role model for children, and an important part of our collaborative teaching team dedicated to making early childhood education engaging, nurturing, safe, and fun.

What your day looks like:

• Plan and deliver age‑appropriate lessons and activities for the two year old classroom
• Keep the classroom safe, organized, and compliant with licensing and ratio requirements
• Observe and document each child’s development and share progress with families regularly
• Build relationships with parents through daily communication and scheduled conferences
• Complete required documentation including attendance, incident reports, and assessments

Pay and benefits

Pay: $14-$15 per hour, based on experience and education.

Full‑time employees receive:

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short‑ and long‑term disability
• 401(k)
• 9 company‑paid holidays and 8 days of PTO
• 50% tuition discount for your own children enrolled at a CDS center
• Up to $5,250 in annual tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Access to PerkSpot for discounts on major brands and services
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - offers professional and confidential services to help you and your loved ones quality of life.
• Coaching, mentoring, and ongoing professional development

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Requirements

• At least 18 years old
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to pass a background check
• Completion of 12 hours of childcare training within 30 days of hire (we will help you get there)
• Genuine care for children and a commitment to their safety and well-being
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with families
• Physical ability to meet the demands of working with young children
• A degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education and prior experience in a licensed childcare center are a plus, but not required. We hire for character and train for skill.

About Child Development Schools

Child Development Schools is a childcare and early education provider with 270+ centers across 11 states, serving over 30,000 children ages six weeks to twelve years. We are committed to providing high-quality developmental education and supporting the families and communities we serve.

We believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, and we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. Child Development Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.