Toddler Teacher

Rising Starz Child Care Center • Carrollton, TX

40d • $14 - $15 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Full-Time Toddler Teacher at Rising Starz, you will help create a safe, calm, and nurturing classroom for children ages 18 months to 30 months. This role is a strong fit for someone who values consistency, professionalism, responsive caregiving, and strong relationships with children, families, and coworkers. This position supports toddlers through daily routines, early language development, social-emotional growth, and growing independence. You will help children feel secure, supported, engaged, and encouraged as they learn routines, manage big feelings, and build confidence.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a toddler classroom or licensed Child Care Center required
• Meets DFPS requirements for employment in a licensed Child Care Center
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Dependable, patient, nurturing, and professional
• Able to work within an established classroom structure
• This role includes lifting, carrying, sitting on the floor, bending, and active supervision throughout the day

Nice To Haves

• 2 or more years of experience in a toddler classroom or licensed Child Care Center
• Experience with Texas Rising Star quality practices
• Familiarity with Frog Street Curriculum
• Familiarity with classroom documentation, developmental milestones, and licensing standards
• Ability to communicate effectively with Spanish-speaking children and families
• Child Development Associate credential

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive, nurturing care in a safe and responsive classroom
• Support meals, diapering/toileting routines, naps, transitions, and daily routines
• Use Frog Street Curriculum to support early learning and development
• Encourage early language, social-emotional growth, self-help skills, and independence
• Engage children through meaningful interactions, play, and age-appropriate learning
• Observe and respond to each child’s developmental needs, cues, and routines
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers
• Maintain family communication, classroom records, daily logs, and required documentation
• Follow DFPS Minimum Standards and support Texas Rising Star expectations
• Work collaboratively with leadership and coworkers
• Model professionalism, reliability, and flexibility

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for growth and professional development
• Meaningful work supporting children and families during a critical stage of early development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED