Floating Early Childhood Teacher — Flexible & Impactful

Child Inc; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical insurance

Fully employer-paid benefits

Vision and dental insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Life insurance 2x annual salary

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) retirement plan after 6 months

Paid holidays

Gold Gym memberships

Job summary

Child Inc. in Austin, TX is seeking a Floating Substitute Teacher to support classrooms across centers. This non-exempt, full-time role ensures consistent, nurturing, developmentally appropriate learning experiences for children from infants to five years old.

You will help implement curriculum, assist with safety, participate in trainings, and contribute to a supportive team focused on Head Start standards and family engagement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Infant/Toddler CDA or Preschool CDA (or willingness to earn within 12 months of employment).
• At least 3 months of experience working with children (infant–5 years).
• Ability to work at multiple Child Inc. centers as assigned.
• Basic computer skills.
• Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain within 30 days).
• Must pass physical exam, TB test, and all background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom coverage in the absence of a teacher or assistant teacher.
• Support lesson planning and implementation aligned with Head Start Performance Standards.
• Engage children in meaningful, developmentally appropriate activities that support social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth.
• Maintain a safe classroom environment—ensuring children are always within sight and sound.
• Assist in observing and documenting child development using Teaching Strategies Gold and Creative Curriculum.
• Build positive, nurturing relationships with children, families, and staff.
• Support bilingual and multicultural learning experiences.
• Ensure classrooms are organized, clean, and literacy-rich.
• Participate in trainings, team meetings, and professional development opportunities.

Skills

Flexible and adaptable

Strong communication

Commitment to child safety

Confidentiality

Passion for early childhood education

Education

High School Diploma

Infant/Toddler CDA or Preschool CDA

Job description

Where your work makes a lasting difference.

If you are seeking a challenge that is highly rewarding on both a personal and professional level; then consider a position with Child Inc where you will contribute to strengthening families and meeting the needs of children. Our employees are passionate about the work they do, in an environment where building success with others is the key to their own success and fulfillment. They are committed to professional excellence, compassionate about the families and individuals served, and supportive of their colleagues and the many volunteers who strengthen our efforts.

• Salary based on position, educational level and experience.
• Employer-paid insurance: medical, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability.
• Optional employee-paid insurance at group rates for additional life and AD&D.
• Education/training opportunities: financial assistance for formal and informal learning.
• Generous paid holiday schedule: comparable to public school calendar.
• Annual and sick leave accrual of one day/month of each.
• Retirement: shared-contribution 401K plans.

Professional Development Opportunities

Child Inc provides ongoing training to ensure that staff is highly qualified and effective in working with young children and their families and encourages efforts toward professional growth in all areas. A mix of seminars, community-led workshops, and formal higher education form the base of our agency’s continuing education program, to which is added an individualized professional development plan.

Child Inc offers a tuition program for approved classes and degree programs, and other assistance is available.

Full Time $20.72 - $23.42 per hour Austin, Texas, United States - 78744

Description

Job Title: Floating Substitute Teacher Location: Multiple Child Inc. Centers (Austin, TX area) Reports to: Center Operations Manager Status: Non-Exempt | Full-Time

About Child Inc.

Child Inc. is the largest Head Start provider in Travis County, serving children from birth to age five and their families. Our mission is to provide high-quality early childhood education and family support services that prepare children for school and lifelong success.

Position Overview

The Floating Substitute Teacher plays a vital role in supporting classrooms across all Child Inc. centers. This position temporarily fills in for teachers or teacher assistants, ensuring that children receive consistent, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning experiences.

You will help implement curriculum, maintain safe and engaging environments, and support the overall health, safety, and growth of children ages infant through 5 years.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide classroom coverage in the absence of a teacher or assistant teacher.
• Support lesson planning and implementation aligned with Head Start Performance Standards.
• Engage children in meaningful, developmentally appropriate activities that support social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth.
• Maintain a safe classroom environment-ensuring children are always within sight and sound.
• Assist in observing and documenting child development using Teaching Strategies Gold and Creative Curriculum.
• Build positive, nurturing relationships with children, families, and staff.
• Support bilingual and multicultural learning experiences.
• Ensure classrooms are organized, clean, and literacy-rich.
• Participate in trainings, team meetings, and professional development opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Infant/Toddler CDA or Preschool CDA (or willingness to earn within 12 months of employment).
• At least 3 months of experience working with children (infant–5 years).
• Ability to work at multiple Child Inc. centers as assigned.
• Basic computer skills.
• Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain within 30 days).
• Must pass physical exam, TB test, and all background checks.

Skills & Attributes

• Flexible and adaptable to different classrooms and schedules.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to child safety and active supervision.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Passion for early childhood education and child development.

Working Conditions

• Frequent standing, bending, squatting, and engaging at children's level.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. (children and classroom materials).
• Exposure to typical childcare settings (indoor/outdoor, weather variations).
• Occasional in-area and out-of-area travel for training or support.

We value and support our team members with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Affordable medical insurance with low individual premiums.
• Fully employer-paid benefits:
• Vision and dental insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Life insurance policy is valued at 2x your annual salary.
• Employee Assistance Program for wellness and support.
• Employer contribution of 5% of your annual pay into a 401(k)-retirement plan after 6 months of employment.
• Paid holidays, including seasonal breaks (One week in November, Two weeks in December/January, and One week in March).
• Access free Gold Gym memberships to support your health and well-being.

Why Join Child Inc.?

• Opportunity to impact children's lives in a meaningful way.
• Professional growth and career advancement support.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.

Child Inc operates one Administrative Campus and multiple child development centers all located within Travis County.

The Office of Head Start (OHS), a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Administration for Children and Families (ACF), provides grants to Child Inc. to provide Head Start and Early Head Start services within Travis County. Child Inc operates one Administrative Campus and multiple child development centers all located within Travis County.

Child Inc.’s procurement procedures are designed to be in full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including but not limited to 2 CFR § 200.318-326 and 7 CFR § 226.22. Child Inc conducts analyses to avoid the purchase of unnecessary or duplicative items and will consolidate or break out procurements to obtain a more economical purchase.

Upon signing of the contract, the successful vendor will be expected to sign a conflict-of-interest disclosure, payment policy, confidentiality notice, debarment or suspension status certification, and Child Inc’s waiver of liability.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS:

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP): Janitorial Services Contract

Child Inc., the Head Start Grantee for Travis County, is soliciting proposals from qualified contractors to provide comprehensive janitorial services. These services shall include all required labor, supplies, materials, and equipment. Child Inc. operates an Administrative Campus consisting of five buildings, as well as thirteen child development centers located throughout the City of Austin.

Child Inc. intends to award one or more contracts with an anticipated term of twelve (12) months.

We recognize that the Request for Proposal package includes multiple forms and documentation requirements. Child Inc. staff are available to answer questions, provide clarification, and review any forms that may be unfamiliar. All complete submissions will be reviewed and given full consideration.

A mandatory walk‑through will be held on Tuesday, April 14, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at 818 E. 53rd Street, Austin, TX 78751. Please RSVP no later than 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 14, by contacting Annie Meza at 512‑451‑7361.
Submission Date: Thursday, April 16, 2026 – 5PM CDLS Time.

For additional information or questions regarding this RFP, please contact:
Weldon Beard
Phone: 512‑451‑7361, ext. 1148 or 936‑371‑7833

Request for Catering Bids – Child Inc Head Start Community Event