Location: Longmont, CO
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: $16.00–$25.00 per hour (based on experience, qualifications, and PDIS Level)
Join our team and help build strong foundations for lifelong learning—one child at a time.
About TLC Learning Center
At TLC Learning Center, we believe every child deserves a nurturing, inclusive environment where they can learn, grow, and thrive. As an Infant/Toddler Teacher, you'll play an essential role in supporting children from infancy through age three by creating meaningful learning experiences while partnering with families and a collaborative team of educators and therapists.
What You'll Do
- Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment for infants and toddlers.
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities that support cognitive, language, social-emotional, physical, and adaptive development.
- Support daily routines including feeding, diapering, toileting, naps, transitions, and outdoor play.
- Observe, assess, and document children's developmental progress using Teaching Strategies GOLD.
- Collaborate with therapists and other professionals to support individualized goals and inclusive classroom practices.
- Build positive relationships and maintain regular communication with families regarding their child's development and daily activities.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom that meets Colorado licensing and health and safety standards.
- Follow lesson plans and classroom routines while adapting activities to meet the individual needs of each child.
- Participate in staff meetings, coaching, professional development, and PDIS-required training.
- Maintain accurate attendance, classroom documentation, and required records.
- Support parent conferences and family engagement opportunities throughout the year.
- Serve as a positive ambassador for TLC Learning Center during community and family events.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Experience working with infants, toddlers, or young children in an educational or childcare setting.
- CPR and First Aid Certification, or willingness to obtain upon hire.
- Basic computer skills, including email, online training platforms, and electronic documentation.
- Ability to obtain or maintain a Colorado Early Childhood Professional Credential.
- Ability to successfully complete fingerprinting, background checks, and a physical examination in accordance with Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC) requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, or a related field.
- One or more years of experience in a licensed infant or toddler classroom.
- Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP), Pyramid Plus, and inclusive early childhood education.
- Experience partnering with families and working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong communication, organizational, and classroom management skills.
Physical Requirements
- Lift, carry, and move children and classroom materials up to 40 pounds.
- Sit on the floor, bend, kneel, squat, reach, and move throughout the classroom and playground.
- Respond quickly to children's physical and emotional needs.
- Work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Maintain classroom cleanliness and sanitation according to health and safety standards.
Benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience and PDIS Level
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (50% employer-paid employee premium)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match
- Employer-paid Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paid Time Off beginning on your first day
- Professional development and career growth opportunities
- Supportive, collaborative team environment
- Meaningful work making a lasting impact on young children and their families
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you currently have a Colorado Early Childhood Professional Credential or PDIS Level? If yes, what is your PDIS level?
- At TLC Learning Center, our greatest reward is the impact we make on children and families. What motivates you most in your work as an early childhood educator?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Childcare: 2 years (Required)
- Classroom: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- CPR/ First Aid (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Longmont, CO 80501 (Required)
Work Location: In person
