Lead Toddler Teacher - Frog Street Curriculum & Growth

Converse Christian School & Early Learning Center; Converse (TX); Vor Ort; USD 32.000 - 46.000; Vollzeit

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Zusammenfassung

Converse Christian School & Early Learning Center in Converse, TX is seeking a Lead Toddler Teacher to create a safe, nurturing environment for children aged 12 to 36 months. The role emphasizes language development, social-emotional growth and developmentally appropriate practices.

The teacher will implement Frog Street Toddler Curriculum, meet Texas Rising Star and NAEYC/Cognia standards, supervise assistants, document progress, and collaborate with families.

Qualifikationen

• CDA credential or higher preferred.
• Candidates without a CDA must be willing to obtain one within 6 months of employment.
• Experience working with toddlers in a licensed childcare or early education setting preferred.
• Understanding of toddler development, behavior guidance, and classroom management strategies.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Must meet all DFPS licensing requirements.
• Strong knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices aligned with NAEYC standards.
• Ability to implement curriculum and assessment aligned with Texas Rising Star and Cognia frameworks.
• Patient, energetic, and nurturing approach to working with toddlers.
• Strong classroom management and positive guidance skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Organized, dependable, and proactive.
• Requires lifting up to 40 pounds, bending, sitting on the floor, and active participation in play and routines.
• Requires maintaining visual and auditory supervision at all times.

Aufgaben

• Create a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment for toddlers.
• Implement the Frog Street Toddler Curriculum with fidelity, including daily lesson plans and intentional teaching strategies.
• Support children’s social-emotional development, including positive guidance, routines, and transitions.
• Promote early language development through conversation, reading, and interactive activities.
• Maintain consistent daily schedules that balance active play, rest, meals, and learning experiences.
• Ensure active supervision and full compliance with DFPS Minimum Standards, Texas Rising Star, NAEYC, and Cognia expectations.
• Observe, assess, and document children’s developmental progress.
• Build strong relationships with families through daily communication and conferences.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and engaging classroom environment.
• Lead and support assistant teachers to ensure consistency and high-quality care.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and continuous quality improvement efforts.

Kenntnisse

Toddler development

Classroom management

Communication with families

Observation and documentation

Ausbildung

CDA or higher preferred

Jobbeschreibung

Converse Christian School & Early Learning Center in Converse, TX is seeking a Lead Toddler Teacher to create a safe, nurturing environment for children aged 12 to 36 months. The role emphasizes language development, social-emotional growth and developmentally appropriate practices.

The teacher will implement Frog Street Toddler Curriculum, meet Texas Rising Star and NAEYC/Cognia standards, supervise assistants, document progress, and collaborate with families.