About This RoleAt Floresville Early Education Academy, we nurture the whole child in a high-quality early learning environment, academically, socially, emotionally, and physically. The Lead Toddler Teacher crafts a structured, engaging, and nurturing classroom for 12-month to 36-month-olds.
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 high-quality standards of Texas Rising Star (TRS), NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children), and Cognia.
What You'll Do- Create a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for toddlers
- Implement the Frog Street Toddler Curriculum with fidelity, including daily lesson plans and intentional teaching strategies
- Support social-emotional development, including positive guidance, routines, and transitions
- Promote early language development through conversation, reading, and interactive activities
- Maintain a daily schedule that balances active play, rest, meals, and learning experiences
- Ensure active supervision and full compliance with DFPS Minimum Standards, Texas Rising Star, NAEYC, and Cognia expectations
- Observe, assess, and document childrenโs developmental progress
- Build relationships with families through daily communication and conferences
- Lead and support assistant teachers to ensure consistency and high-quality care
- Participate in ongoing professional development and continuous quality improvement efforts
Requirements- Must meet all DFPS licensing requirements
- Strong knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices aligned with NAEYC standards
- CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
- Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or higher preferred
- Candidates without a CDA must be willing to obtain one within 6 months of employment
- Understanding of toddler development, behavior guidance, and classroom management strategies
- Experience working with toddlers in a licensed childcare or early education setting preferred
- Ability to implement curriculum and assessment aligned with Texas Rising Star and Cognia frameworks
- Patient, energetic, and nurturing approach to working with toddlers
- Strong classroom management and positive guidance skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Organized, dependable, and proactive
- Requires lifting up to 40 pounds, bending, sitting on the floor, and active participation in play and routines
- Requires maintaining visual and auditory supervision at all times
BenefitsFloresville Early Education Academy offers a competitive benefits package designed to support our team:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Workersโ Compensation Coverage
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement for continued education and credentialing
- Free Professional Development and Training Opportunities
- Paid Time Off (PTO)