Lead Toddler Teacher

At Converse Christian School & Early Learning Center, we are committed to providing a high-quality early learning experience that nurtures the whole child—academically, socially, emotionally, and physically. The Lead Toddler Teacher is responsible for creating a structured, engaging, and nurturing classroom environment for children ages 12 months to 36 months.

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 the high-quality standards of Texas Rising Star (TRS), NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children), and Cognia.

• Create a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment for toddlers
• Implement the Frog Street Toddler Curriculum with fidelity, including daily lesson plans and intentional teaching strategies
• Support children’s social-emotional development, including positive guidance, routines, and transitions
• Promote early language development through conversation, reading, and interactive activities
• Maintain consistent daily schedules that balance 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 children’s developmental progress
• Build strong relationships with families through daily communication and conferences
• Maintain a clean, organized, and engaging classroom environment
• Lead and support assistant teachers to ensure consistency and high-quality care
• Participate in ongoing professional development and continuous quality improvement efforts

• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or higher preferred
• Candidates without a CDA must be willing to obtain one within 6 months of employment
• Experience working with toddlers in a licensed childcare or early education setting preferred
• Understanding of toddler development, behavior guidance, and classroom management strategies
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
• Must meet all DFPS licensing requirements
• Strong knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices aligned with NAEYC standards
• 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

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Professional Development