Experienced full-time Toddler Teacher needed

Open Door Preschools - Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Growth opportunities

Health, dental, vision, disability

Job summary

Open Door Preschools - Austin is seeking a compassionate Toddler Teacher to join our play-based program. We nurture the whole child and are accredited by Texas Rising Star, encouraging social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth through responsive care.

You will plan child-led activities, observe development, and collaborate with families and co-teachers to create engaging learning experiences that align with each child’s interests.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Associate or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (or in progress) preferred.
• Experience with toddlers in play-based settings.
• Understanding of developmentally appropriate practice and social-emotional learning.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and reflective teaching practices.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, inclusive, safe classroom where children feel respected and empowered.
• Plan and implement child-led, play-based experiences promoting exploration and independence.
• Support the whole child by integrating social-emotional learning into daily routines and play.
• Observe and document development to inform curriculum and family communication.
• Collaborate with co-teachers to design engaging, responsive learning experiences.
• Build strong relationships with families through open communication and partnerships.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and contribute to accreditation standards.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

Diversity & inclusion

Education

High school diploma

Associate or Bachelor in ECE

Job description

About Us:

At Open Door Preschool, we believe children learn best through play, curiosity, and connection. As a play-based and Texas Rising Star-accredited program, our goal is to nurture the whole child—supporting each child’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth. Our classrooms are joyful, engaging spaces where children are encouraged to explore their world, express themselves, and take the lead in their learning journey.

Position Overview:

We are looking for a compassionate, energetic, and reflective Toddler Teacher to join our teaching team. The ideal candidate values play as the foundation for learning, sees each child as capable and curious, and fosters social-emotional development through meaningful interactions and responsive care.

Responsibilities:

• Create a warm, inclusive, and safe classroom environment where children feel respected, supported, and empowered.
• Plan and implement child-led, play-based experiences that promote exploration, problem-solving, creativity, and independence.
• Support the whole child by integrating social-emotional learning into daily routines and play.
• Observe, document, and reflect on children’s development to inform curriculum planning and family communication.
• Collaborate with co-teachers to design engaging, responsive learning experiences that follow children’s interests.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with families through open communication and partnership.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and contribute toNAEYC/TRS 4-Star accreditation standards.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma required and an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (or working toward one) is preferred.
• Experience working with toddlers in an early childhood or play-based setting.
• Understanding of developmentally appropriate practice, social-emotional learning, and child-led education.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and reflective teaching practices.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

What We Offer:

• Supportive, collaborative teaching community
• Opportunities for continued professional growth and learning
• Paid Holidays
• Competitive pay ($15 - $21) and benefits package (Health, dental, vision, disability)