Toddler Teacher — Nurture Early Learners with Joy

Heritage Oak Private Education; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

401(k)

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Employee referral program

Job summary

Spring Education Group is seeking a Toddler Teacher for Paragon Prep in a nurturing, developmentally appropriate classroom for 12–24 month olds. You will lead curriculum implementation, family communication, and daily care routines, fostering curiosity and independence.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, knowledge of toddler development, and in-person work at the school campus. Competitive benefits and professional growth opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CDA, associate’s degree, or bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience working with toddlers in a licensed childcare, preschool, or early childhood education setting required.
• Knowledge of toddler development, milestones, and developmentally appropriate practices for ages 12–24 months.
• Strong classroom management, organization, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to create a safe, joyful, organized, and intentional learning environment for young children.
• Ability to build strong professional relationships with children, families, coworkers, and school leadership.
• Warm, patient, enthusiastic, dependable, compassionate, and committed to high standards of care.
• Take initiative, model professionalism, and support a collaborative teaching team.
• Commitment to coaching, professional development, and continuous growth.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and engage with young children throughout the day.
• Must meet all state licensing requirements and be able to work in person at the school campus.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, engaging learning experiences aligned with the school’s curriculum.
• Create a warm, responsive classroom environment that supports each child’s development.
• Observe, assess, and document children’s growth and progress.
• Adapt activities to meet the individual needs of every child.
• Encourage independence through daily routines and self-help skills.
• Lead and manage daily toddler classroom operations with consistency and professionalism.
• Maintain a clean, organized classroom environment reflecting current objectives.
• Model best practices and provide guidance to assistant teachers.
• Ensure health, safety, and supervision at all times.
• Maintain attendance, health, and classroom records.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Relationship-building

Patience

Organizational skills

Engages young children

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDA/AA/BA in ECE or related field preferred

Job description

Spring Education Group is seeking a Toddler Teacher for Paragon Prep in a nurturing, developmentally appropriate classroom for 12–24 month olds. You will lead curriculum implementation, family communication, and daily care routines, fostering curiosity and independence.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, knowledge of toddler development, and in-person work at the school campus. Competitive benefits and professional growth opportunities are provided.