2-Year-Old Lead Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

Shining Stars Academy is a privately owned, family-oriented preschool seeking a passionate, reliable, Toddler Teacher to join our team.

We are looking for an experienced, confident, nurturing early childhood professional who understands the unique needs of children ages 2 years old and can provide consistency, structure, and engaging learning experiences in a toddler classroom. If you have experience in a childcare center and are passionate about helping young children grow through play, routines, and meaningful interactions, we would love to meet you!

Why Work at Shining Stars Academy?

• Supportive leadership and team environment
• Competitive pay based on experience and credentials
• Discounted childcare tuition
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Employee incentive program
• Ongoing training and professional development

Position Details

• Schedule: Monday–Friday... either8:00am to 5:00pm or 9:30am to 6:30pm.
• Pay: $16–$20 per hour depending on verified classroom experience, education, and credentials. Experienced lead teachers are encouraged to apply.
• Language Requirement: Fully English (Bilingual English/Spanish preferred)

What We’re Looking For

• Prior childcare or early childhood experience **MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE**
• Reliable, punctual, and fully present at work
• Professional, positive, and energetic
• Able to lift up to 35 lbs throughout the day
• Willing to follow all state licensing and school policies

• Create a safe, nurturing, clean, and engaging learning environment
• Support daily routines
• Plan and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities
• Communicate professionally with families at drop-off and pick-up
• Document daily activities and child progress for parents
• Work collaboratively with your co-teachers
• Assist with diapering, pottying, cleaning, meal prep, and classroom care
• Participate in ongoing training and staff meetings

• 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to pass a background check
• CPR/First Aid certification
• Minimum 18 months of professional childcare center experience required. Candidates without prior center-based experience will not be considered for this position.

• Experience as a Lead Teacher or primary classroom teacher
• Experience working with toddlers ages 18 months–3 years
• Knowledge of Texas Minimum Standards and early childhood best practices
• CDA, Associate’s degree, or coursework in Early Childhood Education preferred

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Child Care Discount
• Professional Development

Shining Stars Academy’s goal is to provide safe, affordable but high quality, developmentally appropriate child care for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. We focus on helping children become social, well-educated, independent and self-confident in the quest for learning. We partner with families to ensure their children are receiving the best care in town.