At the Early Childcare Center of Harlingen, we truly value every member of our team, establishing a family feel for each staff member from the beginning.
If you’d like to work for a childcare center where you’re treated as a valuable part of the business and trusted to carry out your role effectively, without being micro-managed, then this could be the right place for you.
About the Early Childcare Center of Harlingen
At the Early Childcare Center of Harlingen, we are pleased to look after children from infant stage up to 13 years old, enabling us to see many of them grow from toddlers into teenagers. We provide dedicated spaces and carefully designed classrooms that meet the needs of each age group.
As a member of our team, you’ll play a key role in our approach, by blending guided play with curriculum-focused activities through day-to-day interactions with the children. You’ll inspire them to expand their comfort zone by offering a safe, secure, and nurturing childcare environment.

In return, we make sure our staff are well looked after. We offer CPR, First Aid, and Food Hygiene training, and ensure that our team members receive ongoing training and development opportunities.
We strive to help our employees gain their Child Development Associate® (CDA), by providing tuition assistance for qualifying degrees and certifications, ensuring our team can progress within their roles. We’ve built a working environment where every staff member can truly thrive.
Our Misson and Values
At the Early Childcare Center of Harlingen, our mission and values are at the heart of everything we do.
Our Mission:
To give every child the same opportunity to grow, learn, and thrive as a whole person.
Our mission may sound simple, but it makes our center a rewarding place where young people love to learn.
It is also fulfilled by our core values, which also inform our working environment:

Our mission may sound simple, but it makes our center a rewarding place where young people love to learn.
It is also fulfilled by our core values, which also inform our working environment:

Play with Purpose
We recognize the importance of play-based learning, encouraging the children to explore their creativity.

Always Respect Each Other
We always practice kindness and empathy toward one another, as we believe this helps the children learn the importance of respect while also encouraging their socio-emotional growth. As part of this approach, we also celebrate cultural occasions.

Community Focus
We hold regular events, including special guest visits and trips to the zoo, to immerse the children in the world around them.

Family Feel
This extends to the children as well as our team. We emphasize engaging with the children’s families, to ensure they benefit from a supportive and harmonized network.

Small People, Big Dreams
We foster the children’s imagination and ambition by encouraging them to dream big and see their true potential.
Benefits of Working at the Early Childcare Center of Harlingen
We care about every member of our team. So, we make sure you receive the right benefits and training to support your professional development and wellbeing. These benefits include:

Competitive starting salary/hourly rate

Bonuses

Paid time off / holiday

Free meals

Discounts on childcare

Tuition assistance for qualifying degrees & certifications

Paid training opportunities

Regular team training days

Progression opportunities
Our commitment to staff development includes training in CPR, First Aid, and Food Hygiene, as well as a commitment to helping all our staff obtain their CDA degree.

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Vacancies
We are currently recruiting for the following roles:
Are you an experienced early childcare educator who loves helping children learn and explore? As a 3 Year Old Class Teacher at the Early Childcare Center of Harlingen, you’ll play a key part in establishing an engaging environment by planning lessons and working closely with families to ensure every child flourishes in our care.
We’re looking for someone who:
✅ Enjoys working with children and has experience in early childhood education
✅ Has a great personality with ambition and enthusiasm for learning
✅ Communicates effectively and works well as part of a team
✅ Can maintain a safe, stimulating, and nurturing learning environment
✅ Possesses good organizational skills and practices cleanliness in classrooms
✅ Has passed background checks
Perks: Free meals 🍽️, discounts 🎟️, bonuses 💰, paid time off 🌴, paid training 📚, career progression 📈
How to Apply: Apply today and help keep the Early Childcare Center of Harlingen shining 😊
🌟 Be the Helping Hand Every Classroom Needs! 🌟
Do you love working with children? Are you looking for a rewarding role that also offers flexibility?
As a Floater at the Early Childcare Center of Harlingen, you’ll support multiple classrooms, help with lessons and routines, and offer further assistance where needed. The perfect opportunity for students, stay-at-home parents, or childcare professionals.
We’re looking for somebody who:
✅ Is flexible and reliable
✅ Can quickly adapt
✅ Enjoys working with children of all ages
✅ Communicates well and works well as part of a team
✅ Has a positive, nurturing approach
✅ Can pass background checks
Perks: Free meals 🍽️, discounts 🎟️, bonuses 💰, paid time off 🌴, paid training 📚, career progression 📈
How to Apply: Submit your application today and become part of our extraordinary team 😊
Both roles provide opportunities for ongoing growth and progression, with training and support available to help you succeed in your career with us.
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If you’re interested in joining our team, please fill out the application form below and take the first step toward an exciting and fulfilling career with the Early Childcare Center of Harlingen.
