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Toy Development Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Student Navigator

Austin, TX

$19.50 - $25.75/hr

... development. The Student Navigator is responsible for marketing and recruiting families for the AVANCE to College program. The Student Navigator will make home visits, observe the child using the toy ...

Student Navigator

Austin, TX · On-site

$19.50 - $25.75/hr

... development. The Student Navigator is responsible for marketing and recruiting families for the AVANCE to College program. The Student Navigator will make home visits, observe the child using the toy ...

Student Navigator

Austin, TX · On-site

$19.50 - $25.75/hr

... development. The Student Navigator is responsible for marketing and recruiting families for the AVANCE to College program. The Student Navigator will make home visits, observe the child using the toy ...

Through global artist development, IP operations, designer toy culture evangelism, and strategic investments, we have built an integrated platform covering the entire designer toy value chain ...

Through global artist development, IP operations, designer toy culture evangelism, and strategic investments, we have built an integrated platform covering the entire designer toy value chain ...

What began in a 500-unit public housing development in San Antonio, Texas, with an annual budget of ... child using the toy made in the AVANCE toy making class, assisting the Parent Educator in ...

What began in a 500-unit public housing development in San Antonio, Texas, with an annual budget of ... child using the toy made in the AVANCE toy making class, assisting the Parent Educator in ...

Description Wonder World Welcome to Wonder World, a new retail concept that's been developed by Go ... We believe toy stores should be a world of wonder; a place to create cherished memories. We believe ...

Description Wonder World Welcome to Wonder World, a new retail concept that's been developed by Go ... We believe toy stores should be a world of wonder; a place to create cherished memories. We believe ...

Wonder World Key Holder

Austin, TX

$14 - $17.25/hr

Description Wonder World Welcome to Wonder World, a new retail concept that's been developed by Go ... We believe toy stores should be a world of wonder; a place to create cherished memories. We believe ...

Wonder World Key Holder

Austin, TX

$14 - $17.25/hr

Description Wonder World Welcome to Wonder World, a new retail concept that's been developed by Go ... We believe toy stores should be a world of wonder; a place to create cherished memories. We believe ...

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Toy Development information

Do Toy Designers get paid well?

Toy designers typically earn a median annual salary that varies based on experience, location, and company size, with entry-level positions starting lower and experienced designers earning higher wages. Salaries can range from around $40,000 to over $80,000 per year, and skills in CAD software and prototyping can influence earning potential.

What job makes $10,000 a month without a degree?

In toy development, high-level roles such as senior toy designer or product manager can potentially earn $10,000 or more per month, especially with extensive experience and a strong portfolio. These positions often require specialized skills, industry knowledge, and sometimes certifications, but may not always require a formal degree.

What is the difference between Toy Development vs Toy Design?

AspectToy DevelopmentToy Design
Primary FocusOverseeing the entire process from concept to production, including engineering, manufacturing, and testing.Creating the visual and conceptual design of toys, focusing on aesthetics and user experience.
Required SkillsProduct management, engineering knowledge, project coordination, understanding of manufacturing processes.Creative skills, sketching, 3D modeling, understanding of materials and ergonomics.
Work EnvironmentCollaborative with engineers, manufacturers, and marketers in toy companies or studios.Design studios, toy companies, or freelance environments focusing on conceptual work.

While toy development involves managing the entire production process, toy design concentrates on creating the toy's appearance and concept. Both roles are essential and often overlap, but toy development ensures the product is feasible and manufacturable, whereas toy design emphasizes creativity and user appeal.

What jobs in the US pay 300,000 a year?

In the field of toy development, senior roles such as lead designers, product managers, or executive positions like VP of Product can reach or exceed $300,000 annually, especially with experience, bonuses, and profit sharing. These roles typically require extensive industry experience, strong project management skills, and often involve overseeing large teams or product lines.

What is the 10 toy rule?

The 10 toy rule in toy development refers to a guideline where designers limit the number of different toy concepts or features to ten during the initial design phase to focus on quality and feasibility. This helps streamline the development process, ensure safety standards are met, and facilitate effective testing and refinement before production.
What cities in Texas are hiring for Toy Development jobs? Cities in Texas with the most Toy Development job openings:
Infographic showing various Toy Development job openings in Texas as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, and 23% Part Time. Highlights an 86% In-person, and 14% Hybrid job distribution.

$19.50 - $25.75/hr

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Posted 20 days ago


Job description

Description

Job Overview

The Student Navigator supports the AVANCE to College program, which blends the Parent-Child Education Program model with coursework, training and exposure to post-secondary opportunities and workforce development. The Student Navigator is responsible for marketing and recruiting families for the AVANCE to College program. The Student Navigator will make home visits, observe the child using the toy made in the AVANCE toymaking class, and coach the participants - assisting them to address challenges they face in their education and careers as identified in their individual goal setting. The Student Navigator will support participating families by assisting with the search for appropriate childcare and providing appropriate referrals for needed services, when necessary.


Job Responsibilities

  • Coordinates and conducts recruitment activities in partnership with ACC.
  • Collaborates regularly with the AVANCE to College instructor(s) to support programimplementation and ensure participants have access to college and community resourcesand services.
  • Implements designated parent-child education curriculum within the classroom environmentin a professional manner which facilitates interactive activities with program participants.Duty involves preparing, reviewing, and modifying, if necessary, lesson plans, class lectures,and other support material for each lesson.
  • Encourages participant attendance and retention by contacting parents before class andfollowing up on absences.
  • Meets with Program Director / Program Manager on a regular basis to discuss parentingclasses, toy making projects, and support parents' needs and progress.
  • Assist the Parent Educator /ACC instructor in conducting all intake paperwork withparticipants with all intake paperwork and pre and post assessments.
  • Cooperates with in-house monitoring and National evaluation of program effectivenessduring the intake and exit process.
  • Maintains accurate reports, including attendance, participants' progress, Participant StatusForm, and other programmatic reporting, as needed.
  • Assists families in identifying childcare options for their children and enrollment process.
  • Conducts home visits to observe participant's engagement with their child at home using theAVANCE toys and completes the home visit observation form.
  • Conduct case management for participants by maintaining their file, documenting progresstoward established goals, resolving family needs and providing appropriate referrals tocommunity resources as needed.
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  • Maintains knowledge of current parent-child education practices.
  • Assesses and creates individual education/employment plans to provide or coordinate services to help navigate and enable participants to enter or re-enter academic tracks and/or enter post-secondary education, employment, or training.
  • Tracks and monitors participant progress from entry to completion of workforce development programs including but not limited to ESL classes, HSC completion, and secondary and post-secondary education or employment.
  • Assists in the preparation of resumes, applications and other items needed by participants to successfully enroll in educational/employment activities.
  • Conducts one-on-one follow-up with participant either virtually or in person, as needed to make progress on educational and career goals.
  • Ensures high standards of ethics by maintaining high standards for participant confidentiality.
  • Assist in procurement and management of materials and supplies for the parenting and toy making classes, in collaboration with the ACC AVANCE to College instructor (s).
  • Coordinates with Office Coordinator to create purchase orders for class and food supplies and keeps proper documentation of receipts.
  • Attends scheduled meetings, training, and/or conferences to enhance professional growth and ensure well-coordinated and effective delivery of project services.
  • Assist with organizing and planning special events, ex. holiday party, major day, graduation etc.
  • Maintains communication and completes tasks as directed by the Director of Programs.
  • Performs other duties as assigned

AVANCE Core Competencies

  • Execution & Accountability
  • Problem Solving & Decision-Making
  • Communication & Influence
  • Collaboration & Teamwork
  • Stakeholder Focus
  • Adaptability & Continuous Learning


Requirements

Education

Required:

  • Associate degree in education, social work, psychology or a related field. 

Preferred:

  • Bachelor's degree in education, social work, psychology or a related field.
  • Graduate of AVANCE to College Program or AVANCE Parent-Child Education Program.


Work Experience

Required:

  • 1+ years of experience working in college and career readiness or workforce development in any capacity. 

Preferred:

  • N/A


Additional Skills

  • Must be bilingual in English and Spanish.
  • Must be able to speak and read well in both Spanish and English.
  • Must be familiar with the community and community support agencies.
  • Must have personal transportation.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to maintain records.
  • Working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and basic Internet research techniques.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize, organize, problem solve and exercise good judgment with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to demonstrate flexibility and creativity.
  • Great follow-up skills.
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • Able to work effectively under time pressure and/or deadlines.
  • Must exhibit a willingness to assist in the personnel development of low- income families.
  • Must be flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the families and the program.


Travel

  • Ability to travel to various sites: Dependable transportation is required daily with a valid driver's license, a clean driving record (subject to annual MVR (Motor Vehicle Report) check and policy), current auto liability insurance and be bondable by AVANCE, Inc.
  • This position can require up to 80% of local travel. The Student Navigator will conduct travel to and from partner and AVANCE Austin sites as required.


Working Conditions

  • Work is generally performed in a virtual/hybrid work environment (home, on site, off site). 
  • Noise level in the work environment is moderate to occasionally loud (examples: business office with computers and printers, light to moderate traffic, human voices). 
  • Standard office equipment generally used includes:
  • Telephone
  • Personal Computer (monitor, keyboard, and mouse) or Tablet
  • Printer/Photocopy Machine
  • Calculator
  • May be required to operate a motor vehicle during the course of duties.  

Mental and Physical Demands

Maintain emotional control under stress; work with interruptions and deadlines; walking, standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing, use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; occasional: lifting/carrying, pulling/pushing 10-30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Environmental Factors

Occasional exposure to: biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc.). Occasional expose to weather related conditions when working in outside environment/neighborhoods and events. 



ADA/ADAAA Statement


AVANCE is committed to equal opportunity in employment for persons with disabilities and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), as amended, and any other applicable state and federal laws. Accordingly, AVANCE does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities in regard to application, hiring, advancement, discharge, compensation, training or other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. Moreover, it is AVANCE's policy to provide reasonable accommodations in employment to qualified individuals with disabilities so that they can perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of AVANCE's business or would change the essential functions of the position. Retaliation against an individual with a disability for utilizing this policy or seeking a reasonable accommodation is prohibited. Individuals with any questions or requests for accommodation should contact the Human Resources Department.