Joyful Infant & Toddler Teacher

The Hockaday School; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch provided daily during schoolyear

Competitive compensation

Insurance packages

Job summary

The Hockaday School in Dallas, TX is seeking an early childhood staff member to care for children aged 12-24 months, following a structured lesson plan and school curriculum. This role emphasizes safety, joyful teaching, and collaboration with CDC and school colleagues.

Ideal candidates have an associate degree in child development or at least two years of relevant experience, current first aid and CPR, and strong communication with parents and teammates.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in child development or at least two years of experience working with young children.
• Current first aid and CPR certification.
• Working knowledge of child development milestones.
• Ability to relate to children and respect each child as an individual.
• Ability to complete required training as required by the State of Texas on an annual basis.
• Strong written and verbal communication with school community including parents, co-workers, and students.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work independently.
• Basic understanding of and ability to use computers and technology such as email and office equipment.
• Adaptability, energy, enthusiasm, dependability, patience, and a sense of humor.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure the safety and wellbeing of the children.
• Follow the lesson plan and support daily classroom activities.
• Support children's emotional and social development and positive self-concepts.
• Hands-on involvement with children (diapering, hand washing, singing, playing).
• Assist in preparing food, serving meals, and regulating rest periods.
• Keep the classroom organized and materials stored for order.
• Organize and participate in outside activities.
• Follow all Center policies and communicate needs to the Director.

Education

Associate degree in child development

Tools

Email

Office equipment

Basic computer skills

Job description

The Hockaday School in Dallas, TX is seeking an early childhood staff member to care for children aged 12-24 months, following a structured lesson plan and school curriculum. This role emphasizes safety, joyful teaching, and collaboration with CDC and school colleagues.

Ideal candidates have an associate degree in child development or at least two years of relevant experience, current first aid and CPR, and strong communication with parents and teammates.