Job Summary
The Potty Training Teacher is responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, Christ-centered learning environment for children approximately 2½ years of age who are beginning the transition to toilet independence. This teacher plays a vital role in partnering with families to encourage consistent potty-training routines while supporting each child's social, emotional, physical, cognitive, and spiritual development.
The ideal candidate is patient, encouraging, organized, and able to maintain a positive attitude while guiding children through this important developmental milestone.
Duties
- Supervise children during daily activities, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times
- Plan and implement age-appropriate activities that promote learning, creativity, and physical development for toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary school-age children
- Provide attentive care for infants and toddlers, including feeding, diapering, and comforting as needed
- Engage children in educational play that supports childhood development and early learning milestones
- Communicate regularly with parents or guardians about their child's progress, behavior, and any concerns
- Follow mandated reporting laws by promptly reporting any signs of neglect or abuse in accordance with legal requirements
- Maintain a clean and organized environment conducive to safe play and learning
Potty Training Responsibilities
- Follow Delaware Christian Academy's potty training procedures and policies.
- Maintain a consistent potty schedule throughout the day.
- Encourage children through positive reinforcement without pressure or punishment.
- Assist children with toileting, handwashing, dressing, and personal hygiene.
- Recognize each child's readiness and developmental progress while maintaining classroom consistency.
- Prompt children regularly to use the restroom and respond appropriately to toileting cues.
- Handle accidents calmly, discreetly, and respectfully while maintaining the child's dignity.
- Maintain accurate communication with parents regarding each child's daily potty-training progress.
- Work collaboratively with families to ensure consistency between home and school whenever possible.
- Maintain a clean, sanitized restroom and changing area according to Ohio licensing requirements.
Skills
- Proven experience working with children across various age groups including infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary school-age children
- Demonstrated ability to care for children with disabilities or special needs with patience and understanding
- Strong knowledge of childhood development principles and early childhood education best practices
- Excellent child supervision skills combined with behavior management techniques to foster positive behavior
- First aid and CPR certification to ensure immediate response in emergencies
- Effective activity planning skills to create engaging and educational experiences for children of different ages
- Clear communication skills for parent interactions and team collaboration
- Familiarity with daycare standards, classroom experience, babysitting or nannying roles is highly desirable
Join us in shaping bright futures by providing compassionate care that nurtures growth, inspires learning, and builds confidence in every child!
Pay: $15.75 - $17.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (Required)
- potty-training: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
