Toddler Teacher

Help Little Learners Discover a Big World!

There’s something special about the toddler years. Every day brings new words, growing independence, big personalities, and exciting little victories. Behind those milestones are caring teachers who make children feel safe, confident, and excited to learn.

At Discovery Schoolhouse, we’re looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dependable Toddler Teacher who loves helping young children learn, grow, and discover the world around them.

We’re a close-knit school community that values teamwork, creativity, and meaningful relationships with children and families. We believe great teachers deserve encouragement, opportunities to grow, and a workplace where their contributions matter.

If you’re patient, playful, nurturing, and passionate about early childhood education, we’d love to meet you!

Why You’ll Love Being Part of Our Team

Discovery Schoolhouse, teaching is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to build meaningful connections, celebrate children’s achievements, and make a lasting difference during their earliest years.

Our school emphasizes a collaborative, team-oriented environment where teachers work together to help children thrive.

What we offer:

Competitive hourly pay based on experience and qualifications

Consistent Monday–Friday schedule

Paid training and professional development opportunities

Opportunities for career growth and advancement

Support for pursuing early childhood education credentials, when eligible

A collaborative, team-oriented teaching environment

Additional benefits for eligible employees may include:

Paid time off, including applicable vacation, sick days, and holidays

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Referral program

Retirement benefits, where available

What You’ll Do

As a Toddler Teacher, you’ll create a classroom where children feel welcomed, supported, and encouraged to explore.

Your responsibilities will include:

Creating a warm, safe, positive, and engaging classroom environment.

Planning creative, age-appropriate lessons and hands-on learning experiences.

Making learning exciting through music, movement, art, sensory play, storytelling, and exploration.

Supporting language development, social-emotional growth, and early independence.

Helping children learn to communicate, share, build friendships, and navigate big feelings.

Establishing consistent routines and using positive, developmentally appropriate guidance.

Observing and documenting developmental progress and celebrating individual milestones.

Building trusting relationships with parents through thoughtful, consistent communication.

Supporting daily care routines, including meals, hygiene, diapering, and toileting as appropriate.

Maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom.

Collaborating with fellow teachers and school leadership to provide exceptional care and education.

Following all applicable health, safety, supervision, and childcare licensing requirements.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who brings patience, kindness, creativity, and positive energy into the classroom.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

A genuine passion for working with toddlers and young children.

Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.

Ability to provide attentive supervision and positive classroom guidance.

Reliability, professionalism, and a caring attitude.

Ability to meet applicable Texas childcare background-check and training requirements.

Ability to safely participate in active classroom routines, including lifting, bending, kneeling, and sitting on the floor.

Preferred qualifications:

1–2 years of experience working in childcare or early childhood education.

Previous experience teaching toddlers.

Familiarity with early childhood curriculum and lesson planning.

Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or related education.

Current CPR and First Aid certification.

We value hands-on experience, a willingness to learn, and a genuine connection with children. If you meet our essential qualifications and believe you’d be a great addition to our team, we encourage you to apply!

A Place to Grow Alongside Your Students

Some of the most rewarding moments in teaching happen in the smallest ways: a child learning a new word, proudly completing an activity, making a new friend, or running into the classroom excited to see you.

At Discovery Schoolhouse, those moments matter.

We’re looking for educators who want to be part of a team that celebrates children’s growth while continuing to grow professionally themselves.

We’d Love to Meet You!

Discovery Schoolhouse is actively accepting applications for our Toddler Teacher position in Katy, Texas.

If you’re ready to bring your creativity, compassion, and enthusiasm to a classroom full of curious little learners, we invite you to apply today.

Apply directly through Indeed. We look forward to getting to know you!

Discovery Schoolhouse is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• How soon could you begin working?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• First Aid Certification (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Katy, TX 77494 (Required)

Work Location: In person