Trauma-Informed Child Care Lead (Early Education)

The Family Place; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement options

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Family Place seeks a Child Care Provider in Dallas, TX to deliver nurturing, trauma-informed early childhood education to children in our shelter. You will plan activities, teach foundational skills, supervise daily care, and maintain a safe, organized classroom.

Collaborating with a team and reporting to the Program Director, you will communicate with families, document progress, and help children feel secure, supported, and hopeful during a challenging period.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in a child-related field, or
• AA/AS in a child-related field + 1 year of child care experience, or
• CDA (Child Development Associate) credential + 2 years of child care experience.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements weekly activity plans that are developmentally appropriate, including indoor, outdoor, and nature-based activities.
• Maintains classroom structure by following the Frog Street curriculum and sets expectations aligned with The Family Place guidelines.
• Teaches basic skills (colors, shapes, numbers, letters, and social skills) and observes children' progress, keeping accurate assessment records and portfolios.
• Works collaboratively with the child care assistant to maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment, including sanitizing toys, preparing bottles/formula, and changing diapers as needed.
• Supervises and guides children during mealtime, toileting, handwashing, rest periods, and play activities to ensure safety and healthy routines.
• Provides nurturing, respectful communication that builds trust and promotes children's social and emotional well-being.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Trauma-informed care

Communication

Classroom management

Education

BA/BS in child-related field

AA/AS in child-related field + 1 year experience

CDA credential + 2 years experience

Job description

The Family Place seeks a Child Care Provider in Dallas, TX to deliver nurturing, trauma-informed early childhood education to children in our shelter. You will plan activities, teach foundational skills, supervise daily care, and maintain a safe, organized classroom.

Collaborating with a team and reporting to the Program Director, you will communicate with families, document progress, and help children feel secure, supported, and hopeful during a challenging period.