Lead Toddler Teacher
The Nook South Loop
1929 S. Archer Avenue
Chicago, IL 60616
The Nook South Loop is seeking a dedicated and nurturing Lead Toddler Teacher who has a genuine passion for early childhood education. This position is responsible for leading a classroom of toddlers between 16 and 24 months old and creating a safe, loving, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment.
Responsibilities
- Provide attentive, nurturing care to toddlers ages 16–24 months.
- Create and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and learning experiences.
- Support children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
- Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and welcoming classroom.
- Follow classroom schedules and daily routines, including meals, diapering, naps, and transitions.
- Communicate professionally and respectfully with families, coworkers, and center leadership.
- Document children’s daily activities, developmental progress, and important updates.
- Work collaboratively with the assistant teacher and other members of the center.
- Follow all center policies and DCFS licensing requirements.
Qualifications
- Must have a degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field, or possess a current Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential.
- Previous experience working with toddlers in a licensed childcare setting is strongly preferred.
- Must be dependable, patient, nurturing, organized, and professional.
- Must be able to lead a classroom and work effectively as part of a team.
- Must have strong communication and classroom-management skills.
- Must be able to meet all required background check, health, and training requirements.
We are looking for an educator who understands that toddlers learn through play, exploration, consistency, and caring relationships. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about helping young children reach important developmental milestones while building positive partnerships with their families.
If you are a compassionate and dependable early childhood professional who is ready to make a meaningful difference, we would love to hear from you!
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.25 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
