Part-Time Toddler Teacher

Join the NDNCC Family!

Welcome to Newark Day Nursery and Children's Center! We are a nonprofit childcare center dedicated to providing the highest quality early childhood and school-age services to educate, enrich and inspire children and youth from culturally and economically diverse families.

We are looking for a part-time teacher to care for and educate children in our toddler classroom. This is a unique and rewarding opportunity to provide a loving, nurturing, and safe environment for little minds to learn and grow. As a toddler teacher, you will be tasked with designing and implementing age-appropriate activities to support their development.

Working hours: Monday-Friday 1:30-5:30pm

Your job responsibilities and duties will also include, but are not limited to:

• Providing a warm, safe, and caring atmosphere that fosters children’s self-confidence and independence
• Communicating with parents and guardians about children’s activities, behavior, and developmental milestones
• Responding appropriately to the needs of toddlers with patience and kindness
• Providing a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play
• Organizing and leading activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development such as games, arts and crafts, music, and storytelling
• Performing basic cleaning tasks as needed, such as wiping down surfaces and disinfecting toys
• Assisting with potty training and changing diapers, as needed

As a part-time toddler teacher, you will possess the following skills and qualifications:

• DEEDS qualification, or willing to obtain within the 30 days of hire
• Previous experience working with toddlers in a childcare center
• Familiarity with child development theories and practices
• CPR and First Aid certified, or willing to obtain within 30 days of hire
• Skills in caregiving, including toddler care and general childcare practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents and colleagues

We are committed to providing our teaching staff with continuous professional development opportunities and a supportive community that values collaboration and growth. Join us in making a lasting impact on the lives of young children and become a cherished part of our educational family. If you’re energetic, playful, and think you'd be a great fit, we’d love to meet you!

Full job description available upon request.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.50 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Work Location: In person