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Little Schoolhouse

Daycare Teacher

Red Oak, TX

$12 - $15/hr

Experience with Frog Street Curriculum and the Texas Rising Star program is a PLUS! If you have a passion for helping children learn and reach their potential, we want to hear from you!

Little Creations Learning Center

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Assistant Director Preschool

Dallas, TX · On-site

$40K - $45K/yr

This role is responsible for maintaining compliance with all applicable Texas Child Care Minimum Standards and Texas Rising Star standards by conducting classroom observations, maintaining ...

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How does working as a Texas Rising Star assessor differ from other early childhood roles, and what unique challenges might I encounter?

As a Texas Rising Star assessor, your responsibilities center around evaluating and supporting child care programs as they strive to meet high-quality standards set by the Texas Rising Star program. Unlike direct classroom teaching, this role requires strong observational, communication, and coaching skills, as you'll be guiding providers through assessments and improvement plans. A common challenge is balancing objective evaluation with empathetic support, as you work with centers of varying resources and experience. You'll often collaborate with program staff, directors, and other assessors, and benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities within the statewide network.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Texas Rising Star Child Care Provider, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Texas Rising Star Child Care Provider, you need a solid understanding of early childhood education best practices, state licensing requirements, and child development, often supported by relevant certifications such as Child Development Associate (CDA). Familiarity with assessment tools, curriculum planning software, and the Texas Rising Star guidelines is essential. Strong communication, patience, and organizational skills help build positive relationships with children, families, and staff. These competencies ensure high-quality learning environments and compliance with state standards, which are crucial for children's growth and program accreditation.

What is Texas Rising Star?

Texas Rising Star (TRS) is a quality rating and improvement system for early childhood programs in Texas. It recognizes and rewards child care providers that meet higher standards of care beyond minimum licensing requirements. Participating programs receive professional development, mentoring, and can be eligible for higher reimbursement rates from the Texas Workforce Commission. TRS helps families identify high-quality child care and supports providers in continuous quality improvement.

What is the difference between Texas Rising Star vs Child Care Worker?

AspectTexas Rising StarChild Care Worker
CredentialsRequires specialized training and certification aligned with Texas Rising Star standardsTypically requires a high school diploma or equivalent; certifications vary
Work EnvironmentWorks in early childhood programs meeting quality standards, often in licensed facilitiesWorks directly with children in daycare centers, preschools, or home settings
Employer & Industry UsageState-funded quality rating and improvement system for early childhood programsPrivate and public childcare providers, early education settings

Texas Rising Star is a quality rating system for early childhood programs, emphasizing program quality and staff training. Child Care Workers are frontline staff providing direct care to children. While both roles focus on early childhood, Texas Rising Star programs often require staff to meet specific standards, making the two roles interconnected but distinct in scope and certification requirements.

Infographic showing various Texas Rising Star job openings in Texas as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, and 17% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Fractal Teacher Coach

Fractal Education Group, LLC

Whitehouse, TX

$16 - $18/hr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Position Title: Fractal Coach
Reports To: Executive / Program Director
Location: Specific Fractal Education Group School

Position Summary

The Fractal Teacher Coach plays a critical role in strengthening classroom quality and teacher performance across Fractal Education Group schools. This position provides direct support to the Education Director (ED) by coaching, mentoring, and training teachers to ensure that curriculum, classroom environments, and instructional practices consistently meet the highest standards.

The Teacher Coach also contributes to curriculum preparation, coordinates teacher resources, assists with onboarding new staff, and supports professional growth initiatives. This role is instrumental in advancing Fractal’s mission of delivering exceptional early childhood education through excellence in teaching and leadership development.

Key Responsibilities

Teacher Coaching amp; Development

  • Provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, and peer-to-peer training for teachers.

  • Support the onboarding of new staff to ensure a smooth integration into the program.

  • Conduct classroom assessments and provide feedback aligned with Texas Rising Star (TRS) standards.

  • Promote professional growth by implementing and maintaining Caregiver, Rising Star, and Mentor checklists.

Curriculum amp; Classroom Support

  • Assist the ED in reviewing and posting lesson plans across all classrooms.

  • Ensure that weekly activity supplies are delivered and classrooms are well-stocked and prepared.

  • Maintain and organize classroom resources for instructional use.

  • Support teachers in creating enriched learning environments that reflect TRS and Fractal standards.

Administrative amp; Program Support

  • Collaborate with the ED on administrative tasks and teacher coordination.

  • Provide cross-school support when needed to strengthen program quality.

  • Assist in organizing teacher appreciation events, community outreach, and parent involvement activities.

Training amp; Professional Development

  • Lead monthly staff meeting training sessions.

  • Present at local conferences to represent Fractal Education Group.

  • Conduct and participate in monthly Education Director calls.

  • Model best practices in teaching, classroom management, and curriculum delivery.

Professional Goals amp; Growth

Fractal Education Group is committed to investing in the development of its Teacher Coaches. Within this role, the Teacher Coach will:

  • Complete the Caregiver Certificate Program.

  • Complete the Rising Star Certificate Program.

  • Complete the Fractal Mentor Certificate Program.

  • Complete the Fractal Coach Certification Program.

  • Begin the Fractal Administrative Certificate Program.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience in early childhood education (ECE).

  • Strong knowledge of early childhood development and curriculum best practices.

  • Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and train staff.

  • Familiarity with Texas Rising Star (TRS) standards, licensing standards, and best practices in the Early Childhood Field.

  • Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

Competency

  • Instructional Leadership: Ability to guide and inspire teachers toward best practices.

  • Collaboration: Works effectively with EDs, Program Directors, and teaching staff.

  • Organization amp; Follow-Through: Ensures curriculum, resources, and coaching plans are delivered consistently.

  • Professional Growth Mindset: Committed to ongoing development of self and others.

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