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Infant Toddler Teacher Early Head Start

Waco, TX · On-site

$29K - $47K/yr

Comply with federal, state, and local regulations, including Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS) and the Head Start Act, Texas Child Care Licensing, the Child and Adult Care Food Program ...

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Head Start Family Services Staff

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$338.35/day

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for head start tx in the United States is $96,611.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $125,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectHead Start TxPreschool Teacher
Required CredentialsChild development associate (CDA) or equivalent, background checkHigh school diploma or associate degree, CDA preferred
Work EnvironmentEarly childhood education centers, community programsPreschools, daycare centers, private or public schools
Employer & Industry UsageFederal Head Start programs, non-profit organizationsPrivate and public educational institutions
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

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Infographic showing various Head Start Tx job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 64% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 19% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,611 per year, or $46.4 per hour.

Infant Toddler Teacher Early Head Start

EOAC

Waco, TX • On-site

$29K - $47K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

Benefits:
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Tuition assistance

Why work for EOAC Early Head Start?
  • Small class sizes! We only have 8 students per class.
  • Each classroom has two dedicated adults at all times. Centers also have floating staff to assist when needed.
  • After working for EOAC Early Head Start for a full calendar year, EOAC will contribute 3% of an employee's annual salary into an individual 403(b) retirement fund at no cost to employees!
  • 10 Personal Days
  • An employer paid $50,000 Life Insurance Policy, and the employer paid short-Term Disability Insurance (LTD Insurance), provided at no cost to employees!
  • Affordable Health, Dental, Vision, and other insurance.

Required Education:
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Infant/Toddler Child Development Associates (CDA) credential or willing to study and earn one
  • Associate or Bachelor's degree with a major in early childhood education, child development, or a closely related field, preferred
  • 1-3 years experience working with infants and toddlers, preferred

Essential Functions:
  1. Provide a safe, healthy, and well-managed environment to meet the changing needs of infants and toddlers.
  2. Maintain the health, wellness, and safety of a group of children in a center-based setting who are under 3 years of age; conduct health and safety checks of classroom and playground before children's arrival; maintain classroom supplies in good repair, removing broken or unsafe items immediately and replacing as needed; actively supervise children at all times.
  3. Interact, play, and communicate with children in a calm, positive, and nurturing manner.
  4. Utilize positive discipline and guidance with children at all times.
  5. Responsible for the primary caregiving of up to four (4) children per EOAC EHS policy.
  6. Provide a nurturing environment where the child and parents feel comfortable and welcome.
  7. Greet parents and children pleasantly and appropriately, ensuring a positive home-center connection and a family partnership.
  8. Annually complete at least two (2) home visits and two (2) parent-teacher conferences with each child's family according to the program schedule
  9. Work with co-teacher to maintain ongoing professional and appropriate communication with parents through various methods (phone calls, Learning Genie, notes, informal conferences).
  10. Work with co-teacher to prepare parent/child take-home activities related to classroom curriculum.
  11. Encourage parents to participate in workshops, training, parent meetings, and other Head Start activities.
  12. Communicate professionally and clearly (verbal and written) with parents, staff, supervisors, and the community.
  13. Work with a positive and professional attitude and show respect to all.
  14. Able to effectively collaborate with co-teachers.
  15. Maintain ongoing professional development in early childhood education as required by regulations.
  16. Complete and maintain required program documentation, including but not limited to daily sign-in-out sheets for children, daily CACFP records, and In-Kind.
  17. Maintain confidentially of child and family information, sharing information for work-related purposes only. Follow EOAC Head Start 0-5 confidentiality policies at all times.
  18. Participates in all assigned center staff meetings, case management meetings, and Head Start program meetings.
  19. Reports to work consistently and on time.
  20. Comply with federal, state, and local regulations, including Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS) and the Head Start Act, Texas Child Care Licensing, the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), local city regulations, and EOAC Head Start 0-5 Policies and Procedures.
  21. Mandatory reporter of suspected child abuse and neglect. Recognize indicators of possible abuse and neglect and follow appropriate reporting procedures.
  22. Other duties as assigned.

Compensation: $29,847.38 - $47,863.36 per year
Economic Opportunities Advancement Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
At Economic Opportunities Advancement Corporation, we are committed to fostering a workplace that values individual talent, professional excellence, and opportunity for all. We recognize that a variety of skills and experiences contribute to success in this role. If you believe your abilities align with the responsibilities of this position and our mission, we encourage you to apply. We are dedicated to investing in the growth of our employees and welcome applicants who are eager to contribute to our work serving the community.
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I understand as part of the hiring process, EOAC may obtain criminal history record information on individuals it intends to employ, as required by applicable federal, state, and local laws. This includes compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) (15 U.S.C. § 1681 et seq.), and Texas Labor Code Chapter 411 (governing access to criminal history records from the Texas Department of Public Safety). By applying for this position, I consent to a background check, which may include criminal history information, as part of the employment process. EOAC does not discriminate against applicants based on criminal history unless such information is directly related to the job, as permitted by law.
For nearly 60 years, the Economic Opportunity Advancement Corporations (EOAC) has helped families across the Heart of Texas overcome barriers and find hope. Our programs provide relief when it's needed most - and create pathways to long-term stability. Whether it's early childhood education, job training, utility support, or emergency assistance, we meet people where they are with compassion and dignity.

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