Toddler Classroom Lead Teacher

Job Overview
Are you nurturing, patient, and passionate about helping young children explore the world around them? Join our team at Young Expression Daycare as a Toddler Classroom Staff member! You’ll help create a warm, engaging, and safe environment for our 1- and 2-year-old children as they learn, play, and grow.

This is a hands-on role ideal for individuals who love working with toddlers.

Responsibilities

• Implement daily activity schedules that spark toddlers’ curiosity and learning.
• Ensure each child’s personal cleanliness, including diaper changes and hygiene routines.
• Get on the floor and actively play, talk, and connect with children throughout the day.
• Assist in maintaining a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
• Support language development and literacy through songs, books, and conversation.
• Help select classroom materials such as age-appropriate books and toys.
• Assist in meal and snack serving.
• Keep the classroom clean, organized, and free from hazards.
• Collaborate effectively with coworkers to ensure a supportive team environment.
• Build strong, positive relationships with families and encourage their involvement.
• Support toddlers’ social and emotional growth through positive interactions and guidance.
• Attend all staff meetings, required training programs, and professional development sessions.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Experience working with young children (ages 1–2) in a child care or similar setting.
• Understanding of safety protocols and common childhood illnesses.
• Patience, attentiveness, and strong time management skills.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and adapt to changing routines.
• Physical ability to lift up to 40 lbs, sit on the floor, and stand for extended periods.
• Awareness and responsiveness to children’s needs at all times.
• Positive communication skills with coworkers and parents.
• Willingness to work both indoors and outdoors in varying noise levels and weather.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma, equivalent, or certificate of coursework completion
• Must meet Texas state licensing requirements (background check, fingerprinting, etc.)

Perks & Incentives

• Discounted child care tuition for staff families
• Paid training hours to meet licensing and professional development requirements
• Quarterly bonuses or pay raises tied to performance and attendance
• Birthday and holiday recognition
• Growth opportunities into lead roles for committed team members
• Supportive team environment where your work makes a real impact

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person