Two-Year-Old Teacher

Summary

About Us

Hope Children’s Center is a progressive Christian-based, high-quality early childhood education center committed to providing a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment. We implement the Learning Beyond Paper curriculum to guide our classrooms using research-based best practices and rich learning experiences. We are proud to be an accredited Texas Rising Star Pre-K program.

Position Summary

We are seeking a passionate, patient, and nurturing Two-Year-Old Classroom Teacher to join our team. This role is responsible for implementing daily curriculum activities, supporting the social-emotional, physical, and cognitive development of toddlers, and ensuring a safe, clean, and loving classroom environment. The teacher will work collaboratively with a co-teacher to plan and manage the classroom, providing consistent care and individualized attention for each child. The ideal candidate has a heart for early childhood education, strong communication skills, and a desire to make a meaningful, lasting impact on young learners.

Job Type: Part-time

Work Location: In-person

Duties

• Create and maintain a consistent daily routine appropriate for two-year-old children
• Implement and adapt the Learning Beyond Paper curriculum to meet the individual developmental needs of each child
• Foster an inclusive, engaging classroom culture that promotes learning through play, exploration, and hands-on experiences
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom that complies with Texas Rising Star standards and all state licensing requirements
• Observe, assess, and document children’s growth, development, and learning milestones
• Build positive, nurturing relationships with children, families, and team members
• Communicate regularly with parents through daily reports, conferences, and informal check-ins
• Support toilet training in a respectful, developmentally appropriate manner and assist with diapering as needed
• Participate in ongoing professional development, including Texas Rising Star–required training
• Collaborate with co-teachers and center staff to ensure a cohesive, supportive classroom environment

Requirements

• Must meet Texas Child Care Licensing requirements for teaching staff
• Experience working with toddlers, preferably in a childcare or early learning setting
• Knowledge of or willingness to be trained in the Learning Beyond Paper curriculum
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
• Strong understanding of child development and age-appropriate practices
• Excellent communication, organization, and teamwork skills

Nice To Haves

• CDA (Child Development Associate) credential (Preferred but not required)
• Degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education or a related field (Preferred but not required)

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience and education, starting at $18/hour
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive, faith-based, and collaborative work environment
• Paid time off and paid holidays