Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Childcare Teacher to join our early childhood education team. In this role, you will create a nurturing and stimulating environment where young children can explore, learn, and grow. Your enthusiasm and expertise will inspire children’s development, foster their curiosity, and support their emotional and social well-being. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in children’s lives while working in a collaborative and dynamic setting.
Duties
- Develop and implement engaging lesson plans aligned with early childhood education standards, focusing on childhood development instruction, preschool activities, and toddler care.
- Supervise children during daily activities, ensuring their safety through attentive child supervision and classroom management.
- Foster a positive learning environment that promotes social skills, independence, and curiosity among children of various ages, including infants and toddlers.
- Communicate regularly with parents or guardians about children’s progress, behavior, and developmental milestones to build strong partnerships.
- Maintain a clean, organized classroom environment that adheres to health and safety regulations, including pediatric first aid and first aid/CPR procedures.
- Follow mandated reporting laws by accurately documenting incidents or concerns related to child welfare.
- Collaborate with colleagues to plan age-appropriate activities that support early childhood education goals and accommodate children with special needs or disabilities.
Qualifications
- Prior experience working with children in daycare centers, preschools, or similar settings is highly preferred.
- Knowledge of child development principles, childhood development stages, and classroom management techniques.
- Certification in first aid, CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), and pediatric first aid is required or willing to obtain upon hire.
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities or special education needs is a plus.
- Strong communication skills for effective parent interaction and teamwork within the childcare environment.
- Ability to work with infants, toddlers, and young children in a caring, patient manner while maintaining safety standards.
- Familiarity with mandated reporting laws related to child abuse or neglect is essential.
Join us in creating a joyful space where children thrive! We are committed to supporting your professional growth through ongoing training in early childhood education techniques, classroom management strategies, and inclusive teaching practices. This is more than just a job — it’s an opportunity to shape the future by nurturing the youngest minds in our community!
Pay: $28.00 - $33.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
