Overview
We are seeking a passionate and energetic Toddler Teacher to inspire and nurture the youngest learners in our early childhood education program. In this vital role, you will create a warm, engaging, and safe environment where toddlers can explore, develop essential skills, and foster a love for learning. Your dedication will help lay the foundation for lifelong growth, curiosity, and confidence in each child. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young lives while working within a vibrant educational community.
Duties
- Implement age-appropriate curricula that promote early literacy, math, physical education, and social-emotional development tailored specifically for toddlers.
- Create engaging lesson plans that incorporate Montessori methods, sensory activities, and structured play to support childhood development milestones.
- Manage classroom behavior through positive reinforcement strategies, fostering a respectful and inclusive environment conducive to learning and exploration.
- Provide attentive toddler care by monitoring health and safety protocols, assisting with diapering and feeding routines, and ensuring overall child welfare.
- Collaborate with families to communicate progress, address concerns, and support ongoing developmental goals through regular updates and parent-teacher conferences.
- Maintain detailed records of each child's growth, assessments, and individualized plans aligned with early intervention strategies when necessary.
- Uphold classroom management standards by organizing materials efficiently, supervising activities closely, and ensuring a clean, safe space for all children.
Qualifications
- Prior experience working with children in daycare settings or preschool environments is essential; familiarity with toddler care is highly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of childhood development principles, behavior management techniques, and early intervention practices.
- Demonstrated ability to develop curriculum content that includes literacy education, math concepts, physical education, and sensory activities suitable for toddlers.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively engage with children, parents, colleagues, and community partners.
- Certification in early childhood education or related fields such as special education or Montessori teaching is advantageous.
- Experience with classroom management tools, standardized testing procedures for early learners, and lesson planning software is desirable.
- Commitment to child welfare standards and best practices in childcare environments. Join us as a Toddler Teacher to ignite young minds through dynamic teaching methods while fostering a nurturing environment where every child can thrive!
Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- 45 DCF hours (Required)
- Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
