Trauma-Informed Early Childhood Lead

The Family Place; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Family Place in Dallas seeks a dedicated Child Care Provider to deliver nurturing, trauma-informed care and early childhood education to children in the shelter. You will help create a safe, stable environment during challenging times, planning activities and supporting families with compassion.

You will lead developmentally appropriate learning experiences, supervise routines, and keep accurate progress records while collaborating with staff to ensure consistent, high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Trauma-informed care experience preferred.
• Experience delivering developmentally appropriate activities.
• Ability to maintain observation records and portfolios.
• Strong communication with parents and staff.
• Familiarity with preschool curricula and safety policies.
• Ability to multi-task in a shelter environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement weekly developmentally appropriate activities.
• Follow the Frog Street curriculum and Center guidelines.
• Teach basic skills and observe progress with portfolios.
• Collaborate with the child care assistant to maintain a safe, clean classroom.
• Supervise mealtime, toileting, handwashing, rest periods, and play activities.
• Arrange engaging age-appropriate spaces for exploration and learning.
• Provide nurturing communication supporting social-emotional well-being.
• Maintain attendance and complete required documentation.
• Provide guidance and training to volunteers on classroom policies.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Early childhood education

Observation & records

Parent communication

Team collaboration

Classroom management

Job description

The Family Place in Dallas seeks a dedicated Child Care Provider to deliver nurturing, trauma-informed care and early childhood education to children in the shelter. You will help create a safe, stable environment during challenging times, planning activities and supporting families with compassion.

You will lead developmentally appropriate learning experiences, supervise routines, and keep accurate progress records while collaborating with staff to ensure consistent, high-quality care.