Job Overview
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Lead Toddler Teacher, following Creative Curriculum to inspire and nurture our youngest learners during their critical early childhood years. As a Lead Toddler Teacher, you will play a vital role in creating a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment that promotes curiosity, social-emotional growth, and foundational skills. Your leadership will ensure that each child's unique needs are met through innovative curriculum development, effective classroom management, and compassionate caregiving. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic educator committed to making a positive impact in early childhood education.
Duties
- Develop and implement dynamic, age-appropriate curricula that foster literacy education, math skills, physical development, and social-emotional learning tailored for toddlers.
- Lead daily classroom activities, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment that encourages exploration and independence.
- Manage classroom routines and behavior management strategies to promote positive interactions and emotional well-being among children.
- Collaborate with parents and guardians through regular communication about each child's progress, milestones, and needs.
- Supervise and mentor assistant teachers and support staff to maintain high standards of childcare and classroom management.
- Incorporate special education techniques and early intervention strategies to support children with diverse learning needs.
- Conduct assessments using standardized testing methods to monitor developmental progress and inform lesson planning.
Requirements
- Proven experience working with children in a classroom or childcare setting, preferably with toddlers or preschoolers.
- Strong knowledge of childhood development principles, early childhood education practices, and Montessori or similar educational philosophies.
- Demonstrated skills in curriculum development, lesson planning, classroom management, and behavior management techniques.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively engage with children, parents, staff, and community partners.
- Experience with special education approaches, early intervention programs, and literacy education strategies.
- Ability to lead a team of educators while maintaining a positive and energetic classroom atmosphere.
- Certification in early childhood education or related field; additional training in toddler care or preschool experience is highly desirable. Join us as a Lead Toddler Teacher to shape the future by fostering joyful learning experiences for our youngest learners!
Pay: Up to $17.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
