Infant & Toddler Early Head Start Teacher, Region 2

Upbring; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PTO & paid holidays

Health, dental, vision insurance &

403(b) Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted Gym Memberships

Job summary

Upbring is seeking an Early Head Start Teacher to provide a nurturing, developmentally appropriate learning environment for 0–3 year olds. You will implement research-based curricula aligned with Head Start Performance Standards and collaborate closely with families to support each child’s growth and school readiness.

The role requires safety-focused classroom management, ongoing assessments, and adherence to licensing, health, and safety regulations, with up to 10% travel as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current CDA Credential in Infant and Toddler.
• Willing to obtain COR Advantage Assessment certification.
• Willing to obtain CPR and first aid certification.
• Associate Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or related field (preferred).
• One year of experience in an early childhood setting (preferred).
• CPR/First Aid Certification Head Start experience or familiarity with Head Start Performance Standards (preferred).
• Experience working with dual-language learners and children with disabilities (preferred).
• Training in CLASS, Conscious Discipline, or other early childhood best practices (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Establish a warm, secure, and trusting atmosphere that promotes healthy attachment and emotional well‑being for infants and toddlers.
• Plan and deliver engaging, research-based activities that support cognitive, language, motor, and social-emotional development.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom, following health and safety protocols to ensure the well‑being of all children.
• Monitor and document children's developmental progress using approved assessment tools to individualize learning experiences.
• Assist with feeding, diapering, toileting, and naptime routines, ensuring each child’s individual needs are met with respect and sensitivity.
• Engage in intentional interactions, including talking, singing, reading, and playing, to foster strong language and relationship-building skills.
• Establish strong communication and collaboration with parents/caregivers, providing regular updates and resources to support child development at home.
• Work with teaching teams, family advocates, and early intervention specialists to address the needs of all children, including those with disabilities or developmental delays.
• Adhere to Head Start Performance Standards, licensing requirements, and program policies, ensuring high-quality early childhood education.
• Other duties as assigned

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Current CDA Credential in Infant and Toddler

COR Advantage Assessment certification

CPR and First Aid Certification

Associate Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or related field

One year of experience in an early childhood setting

CPR/First Aid Certification Head Start experience or familiarity with Head Start Performance Standards

Experience with dual-language learners and children with disabilities

Training in CLASS, Conscious Discipline or similar practices

Job description

Upbring is seeking an Early Head Start Teacher to provide a nurturing, developmentally appropriate learning environment for 0–3 year olds. You will implement research-based curricula aligned with Head Start Performance Standards and collaborate closely with families to support each child’s growth and school readiness.

The role requires safety-focused classroom management, ongoing assessments, and adherence to licensing, health, and safety regulations, with up to 10% travel as needed.