
About This Role
At Converse Christian School & Early Learning Center, we are committed to providing a high-quality early learning experience that nurtures the whole child—academically, socially, emotionally, and physically. The Lead Toddler Teacher is responsible for creating a structured, engaging, and nurturing classroom environment for children ages 12 months to 36 months.
This role focuses on supporting early language development, social-emotional growth, and independence through intentional teaching practices aligned with the Frog Street Toddler Curriculum and the high-quality standards of Texas Rising Star (TRS), NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children), and Cognia.
What You'll Do
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Create a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment for toddlers
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Implement the Frog Street Toddler Curriculum with fidelity, including daily lesson plans and intentional teaching strategies
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Support children’s social-emotional development, including positive guidance, routines, and transitions
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Promote early language development through conversation, reading, and interactive activities
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Maintain consistent daily schedules that balance active play, rest, meals, and learning experiences
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Ensure active supervision and full compliance with DFPS Minimum Standards, Texas Rising Star, NAEYC, and Cognia expectations
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Observe, assess, and document children’s developmental progress
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Build strong relationships with families through daily communication and conferences
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Maintain a clean, organized, and engaging classroom environment
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Lead and support assistant teachers to ensure consistency and high-quality care
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Participate in ongoing professional development and continuous quality improvement efforts
Requirements
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Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or higher preferred
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Candidates without a CDA must be willing to obtain one within 6 months of employment
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Experience working with toddlers in a licensed childcare or early education setting preferred
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Understanding of toddler development, behavior guidance, and classroom management strategies
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CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
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Must meet all DFPS licensing requirements
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Strong knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices aligned with NAEYC standards
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Ability to implement curriculum and assessment aligned with Texas Rising Star and Cognia frameworks
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Patient, energetic, and nurturing approach to working with toddlers
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Strong classroom management and positive guidance skills
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Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
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Organized, dependable, and proactive
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Requires lifting up to 40 pounds, bending, sitting on the floor, and active participation in play and routines
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Requires maintaining visual and auditory supervision at all times
Benefits
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Health Insurance
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Dental Insurance
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Vision Insurance
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Life Insurance
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Professional Development
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