Casual Educator

Story House Early Learning•Forest Hill, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

A Story House casual educator is an integral member of the team, providing support for programming, sick days, lunch covers, and longer-term absences such as holidays. While efforts are made to roster in advance for continuity and security, availability for short notice and multiple shifts throughout the week is appreciated. As an Early Childhood Educator, your role is crucial in creating safe, inclusive, and nurturing environments where children feel valued, respected, and protected. Story House Early Learning is committed to child safety, embedding the Child Safe Standards across its services, and encourages applications from candidates who share this commitment. The organization is also proud to be an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment with mutual respect for all employees. Safety is a core value at Story House.

Requirements

Early Childhood Educator qualifications.
Commitment to child safety, inclusion, and respectful relationships with children and families.
Willingness to undergo child safety screening, including Working with Children Checks and reference checks.

Nice To Haves

Availability at short notice.
Availability for multiple shifts throughout the week.

Responsibilities

Cover programming, sick days, and lunch covers.
Step in for longer periods to cover holiday absences or new positions.
Create safe, inclusive, and nurturing environments where children feel valued, respected, and protected.
Embed the Child Safe Standards across services.

Benefits

Worker Retention Payment approved provider.
75% Staff Childcare Discount.
Access to Humanforce Thrive for pay tracking, growth, and same-day pay.
Access to Sonder – a 24/7 safety and wellbeing platform.
FREE First Aid, CPR and Flu Vaccinations.
Salary Packaging options.
Discounts to hundreds of major retailers.
Culturally inclusive uniforms provided.
Chef-cooked lunch provided daily.
Access to On-Demand Learning Library with 90+ courses and exclusive ECA training.
Participation in the STRONG Beginnings curriculum and Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program.
Service-based celebrations, recognition, and regular check-ins with manager.
CCS eligible care.