Toddler Teacher: Play-Based Learning & Growth

Open Door Preschool; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Competitive pay + benefits

Job summary

Open Door Preschool in Texas is seeking a compassionate, energetic Toddler Teacher to join our play-based learning team. We value curiosity, exploration, and responsive care, and you will foster social-emotional development through meaningful interactions while supporting each child’s growth.

Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma with pursuing or having an Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education, plus experience with toddlers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required and an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (or working toward one) is preferred.
• Experience working with toddlers in an early childhood or play-based setting.
• Understanding of developmentally appropriate practice, social-emotional learning, and child-led education.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and reflective teaching practices.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, inclusive, and safe classroom environment where children feel respected, supported, and empowered.
• Plan and implement child-led, play-based experiences that promote exploration, problem-solving, creativity, and independence.
• Support the whole child by integrating social-emotional learning into daily routines and play.
• Observe, document, and reflect on children’s development to inform curriculum planning and family communication.
• Collaborate with co-teachers to design engaging, responsive learning experiences that follow children’s interests.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with families through open communication and partnership.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and contribute to NAEYC/TRS 4-Star accreditation standards.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

DEI commitment

Child-led education

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Open Door Preschool in Texas is seeking a compassionate, energetic Toddler Teacher to join our play-based learning team. We value curiosity, exploration, and responsive care, and you will foster social-emotional development through meaningful interactions while supporting each child’s growth.

Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma with pursuing or having an Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education, plus experience with toddlers.