We are seeking an exceptional Lead Toddler Teacher with a passion for early childhood education and a deep understanding of toddler development. This is an opportunity for an experienced educator who believes children learn best through relationships, play, exploration, and responsive teaching.
We are looking for someone who can create a calm, engaging learning environment while supporting young children's social-emotional growth and development through research-based practices.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a closely related field required.
- Minimum of 5 years of lead teaching experience with children ages 18–36 months.
- Experience working in a NAEYC-accredited or NAEYC-aligned early childhood program.
- Experience implementing or teaching within a Reggio Emilia-inspired learning environment desires.
- Strong understanding of child development, attachment, and developmentally appropriate practice.
- Demonstrated success supporting children's social-emotional development and self-regulation.
- Experience managing challenging behaviors using positive guidance and relationship-based strategies.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with families and colleagues.
- CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain).
Responsibilities
- Create a nurturing, engaging classroom environment that encourages curiosity, exploration, and independence.
- Plan and facilitate open-ended, child-led learning experiences inspired by children's interests.
- Observe, document, and extend children's learning through thoughtful curriculum planning.
- Build strong, trusting relationships with children and families.
- Foster language development, problem-solving, creativity, and social-emotional competence throughout the day.
- Support children in navigating emotions, peer relationships, and conflict using respectful, research-based practices.
- Maintain a safe, organized, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
- Collaborate with teaching partners and school leadership to continuously reflect on and strengthen classroom practices.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate:
- Understands that behavior is communication.
- Has extensive experience supporting toddlers through hitting, biting, pushing, separation anxiety, and other age-appropriate behaviors using proactive, evidence-based strategies.
- Can remain calm, patient, and emotionally regulated during challenging situations.
- Values observation, reflection, and responsive teaching.
- Enjoys working collaboratively and welcomes coaching and ongoing professional development.
- Creates meaningful learning experiences rather than relying on worksheets or teacher-directed instruction.
- Has excellent organizational, communication, and classroom management skills.
Preferred Experience
- Reggio Emilia-inspired teaching
- NAEYC accreditation standards
- Social-emotional learning (SEL)
- Conscious Discipline, Pyramid Model, or similar relationship-based behavior guidance approaches
- Nature-based or inquiry-driven learning
- Curriculum documentation and child portfolios
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on education and experience
- Health, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- Professional development and instructional coaching
- Supportive leadership team
- Opportunities for career growth and leadership development
We are looking for a highly skilled educator who is passionate about creating exceptional learning experiences and helping young children develop the confidence, independence, and social-emotional skills that serve as the foundation for lifelong learning.
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- working with Toddlers: 5 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Frisco, TX 75034 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Frisco, TX 75034: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
