Toddler Child Care Teacher

Overview

Trinity is a community-rooted child development center in the Windsor Park neighborhood of Austin. We are committed to creating a nurturing, joyful, and inclusive environment where children feel safe, curious, and deeply cared for.

We are seeking a compassionate, reliable childcare teacher who brings warmth, patience, and a positive spirit to the classroom each day. The ideal candidate has experience working with young children and thrives as part of a collaborative team that supports one another and our families. This role is perfect for someone who genuinely loves children, values connection, and approaches their work with care and professionalism.

This is a full-time position. The starting schedule is 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, including a one hour lunch break. As a growing program, schedules may occasionally adjust to meet program needs. Any changes would be discussed in advance and fall within our operating hours of 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM.

• A team player who brings a great attitude and supports colleagues
• Calm, respectful interactions with children
• Curiosity, flexibility, and willingness to learn
• A belief that every child deserves dignity and care
• Positive energy and a sense of humor

• Create a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment
• Build trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Support children’s social, emotional, and cognitive development through play and guided activities
• Maintain daily routines including meals, rest time, and transitions
• Observe and communicate children’s progress with families
• Follow licensing standards and health and safety practices
• Contribute positively to a supportive team culture
• Supervise children at all times, adjusting appropriately for different ages and abilities

• Experience working with infants, toddlers, or preschool-aged children in a childcare or early learning setting
• Genuine compassion, patience, and enthusiasm for working with young children
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Promote consistent classroom expectations and support children’s self regulation using positive, non punitive guidance.
• Knowledge of Texas Minimum Standards.
• Reliable and consistent attendance
• Ability to pass required background checks per Texas childcare licensing
• Must provide at least two professional references

• CDA (Child Development Associate) credential
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Bilingual
• Experience in NAEYC-accredited or Texas Rising Star programs

• Hourly pay range is $19 to $21 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
• 40% childcare discount, with additional support available for low-income families
• Health insurance for full time employees
• Paid professional development
• Opportunities to attend conferences
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation and sick time for full time employees