Pre-Toddler Teacher

Job Description: Pre-Toddler Teacher (18–24 Months)

Position Title: Pre-Toddler Teacher (18–24 Months)
Reports To: Center Director

Position Summary

The Pre-Toddler Teacher is responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for children ages 18–24 months. This role includes fostering physical, emotional, cognitive, and social growth through structured activities, play-based learning, and positive guidance.

Key Responsibilities

• Classroom Management & Care
• Supervise, engage, and care for children ages 18–24 months at all times.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom that meets licensing and DHR Minimum Standards.
• Implement consistent routines to support children’s sense of security and independence.
• Curriculum & Instruction
• Plan and implement daily age-appropriate activities that support early learning domains (language, motor, social-emotional, and cognitive development).
• Encourage exploration, creativity, and problem-solving through play-based learning.
• Foster language development through songs, stories, and interactive conversations.
• Health & Safety
• Follow all health, safety, and sanitation guidelines.
• Monitor children for signs of illness and communicate concerns with families and administration.
• Assist with diapering, toileting, feeding, and other personal care needs in a respectful and nurturing manner.
• Family & Communication
• Build positive, professional relationships with families by providing daily updates on children’s progress, routines, and milestones.
• Participate in parent-teacher conferences, special events, and family engagement activities.
• Professional Responsibilities
• Complete all required training hours, including 11 Health & Safety training hours and 12 additional professional development hours annually.
• Maintain current CPR & First Aid certification.
• Adhere to all center policies, procedures, and licensing requirements.
• Work collaboratively with co-teachers and staff to support the overall program.

Qualifications

• Must meet state licensing requirements for Pre-Toddler Teachers.
• Minimum of 3 professional references.
• Current TB test/Medical form on file.
• Experience working with children ages 18–24 months preferred.
• Strong communication, patience, and nurturing skills.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $11.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Work Location: In person