Summary

Now Hiring at The Mother’s Heart Learning Center! We’re looking for passionate, nurturing individuals who love working with children ages 18 months–12 years. If you’re dependable, energetic, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to meet you! Full-time and part-time positions available.

"Working together, we will make a difference."

Duties

1. Planning Instruction Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans. Teach foundational skills like letters, numbers, colors, shapes, and fine/gross motor activities. Incorporate creative play, music, art, and sensory activities. Adapt instruction to meet each child’s learning style and needs.

2. Classroom Management Create a safe, structured, and nurturing environment. Establish and enforce clear routines and expectations. Use positive guidance techniques to manage behavior.

3. Child Supervision Constantly supervise children to ensure safety and well-being. Monitor both indoor and outdoor play. Maintain appropriate teacher-child ratios.

4. Observation Assessment Observe and document children’s developmental progress. Conduct assessments and maintain child portfolios. Use data to individualize instruction.

5. Communication Communicate with parents daily about behavior, milestones, and concerns. Conduct parent-teacher conferences. Collaborate with co-teachers and directors on student needs.

6. Compliance Health Follow all childcare licensing and center policies. Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of classroom and toys. Assist with toileting and self-help skills, if needed. Maintain required certifications (CPR, First Aid, etc.).

7. Professional Development Attend training and workshops (e.g., Texas Rising Star or NAEYC standards). Stay updated on early childhood education best practices.

Requirements

Must be 18 years or older High school diploma or GED Ability to pass a background check and FBI fingerprinting CPR and First Aid certification (or willing to obtain within 30 days) Must love working with children Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team Willing to complete required early childhood training hours

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a licensed childcare facility CDA (Child Development Associate) credential Familiarity with Texas Minimum Standards Bilingual (especially Spanish-speaking) Experience with lesson planning or classroom management Knowledge of Texas Rising Star or NAEYC accreditation standards

Benefits

Positive, faith-based work environment Supportive leadership and team atmosphere Discounted childcare for staff Paid time off and holiday closures after 6 months Flexible scheduling (for part-time and substitutes) Birthday and staff appreciation celebrations Ongoing paid training and professional development CDA and Child Development college courses may be financed through the center Health insurance and 401(k) available after probationary period Opportunities for growth and leadership within the center Purpose-driven work that makes a difference in children’s lives