Daycare Teacher (Early Childhood Educator)

La Mère Academy; Leander (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development and training

Employee childcare discount

Supportive and family-oriented work环境

Job summary

La Mere Academy in Leander, TX is hiring a Daycare Teacher to provide high‑quality care for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. You will implement developmentally appropriate activities, monitor progress, and maintain a safe, engaging classroom.

This full‑time role, Monday through Friday, offers $18–$20 per hour with benefits such as paid time off, health insurance, and employee childcare discounts. Requires a high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year in childcare, with strong

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in childcare, daycare, preschool, or early childhood education.
• Passion for working with infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and actively engage with children throughout the day.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and educational activities.
• Support children's social, emotional, language, and cognitive development.
• Maintain positive classroom management and behavior guidance practices.
• Conduct daily observations and document children's developmental progress.
• Assist with feeding, diapering, potty training, and other daily care routines as needed.
• Ensure compliance with state licensing regulations and health and safety standards.
• Communicate effectively with parents, guardians, and team members.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Participate in staff meetings, training programs, and professional development opportunities.

Skills

Early Childhood Education

Child Development

Childcare

Preschool Teaching

Infant Care

Toddler Care

Classroom Management

Lesson Planning

Behavior Management

Parent Communication

Child Safety

Curriculum Implementation

Developmental Assessments

Team Collaboration

Education

CDA Credential

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field

CPR and First Aid Certification

Job description

Location: Leander TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Salary: $18-$20/hour

About Us

La Mere Academy is a licensed childcare center dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. We are seeking a passionate Daycare Teacher / Early Childhood Educator who is committed to supporting children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.

Job Summary

We are hiring a Daycare Teacher to provide high-quality childcare and early childhood education in a classroom setting. The ideal candidate will have experience working with young children, implementing age-appropriate lesson plans, managing classroom activities, and fostering a positive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and educational activities.
• Support children's social, emotional, language, and cognitive development.
• Maintain positive classroom management and behavior guidance practices.
• Conduct daily observations and document children's developmental progress.
• Assist with feeding, diapering, potty training, and other daily care routines as needed.
• Ensure compliance with state licensing regulations and health and safety standards.
• Communicate effectively with parents, guardians, and team members.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Participate in staff meetings, training programs, and professional development opportunities.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in childcare, daycare, preschool, or early childhood education.
• Passion for working with infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and actively engage with children throughout the day.

Preferred Qualifications

• Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential.
• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field.
• CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Experience with preschool curriculum planning and child assessments.
• Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.

Skills

• Early Childhood Education
• Child Development
• Childcare
• Preschool Teaching
• Infant Care
• Toddler Care
• Classroom Management
• Lesson Planning
• Behavior Management
• Parent Communication
• Child Safety
• Curriculum Implementation
• Developmental Assessments
• Team Collaboration

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Paid time off
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (if applicable)
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee childcare discount
• Supportive and family-oriented work environment

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