Careers at Hillside
Hillside is Growing…Come and Grow with Us!
Hillside is looking for individuals who are passionate about early childhood and making a difference in a child’s life. We work with children ages 6 weeks to 4 years to provide quality early childhood education with a true play-based and developmentally appropriate curriculum.
Infant,Toddler, and Preschool Teachers – full and part-time
Position Details
Hillside Early Childhood Center is searching for creative, warm infant, toddler, and preschool teachers with a love for early childhood education to join a team of loving and enthusiastic educators at an Early Childhood Center in South/Central Austin. Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related field and /or CDA is preferred for lead positions. Knowledge of NAEYC and Texas Rising Star criteria a definite plus, as well as hands-on experience working with infants and toddlers.
The ideal candidate should possess:
- A passion for educating the youngest learners from a play-based perspective, using the environment as an important teaching tool
- An appreciation for the outdoor learning environment, including gardening and natural play spaces
- Excellent communication skills, enthusiasm, energy, and a love for learning
- Willingness to collaborate in a team environment
- Knowledge of best practices for early childhood education including the documentation of children’s progress by writing anecdotal records, taking photos, and collecting student work
School’s Mission
Hillside Early Childhood Center delivers a quality, full-day, year-round developmental program, that fosters healthy bodies, joyful hearts, curious minds, and engaged families, in an inclusive and innovative Christian Community.
Duties include, but not limited to the following:
- Create environments for infants and toddlers with a strong focus on social and emotional learning
- Assist lead teachers in observing and assessing children to plan and individualize care
- Maintain developmental records for each child in comprehensive portfolio
- Develop strong relationships with parents and children to foster home and school connectivity
- Understand and stay current on TXDFPS Minimum Standards, as well as criteria for NAEYC and Texas Rising Star.
What we offer:
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Discounted tuition rates for staff
- Supportive and nurturing community
- Professional learning, education advancement, and career growth opportunities
- Mentoring support for new teachers
Please include a cover letter and state why you are interested in working for Hillside Early Childhood Center and what your key strengths are-these should be submitted with a resume. Please also designate if you are looking for part-time or full-time employment on your cover letter.