infant/toddler teacher

The Goddard School

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 At The Goddard School, children are encouraged to develop at their own pace in a nurturing environment supported by a team of dedicated teachers. The program enhances children's emotional, social, intellectual and physical development and provides the foundation for a lifelong love of learning.
 
 
 
 We are looking for fun, patient, and energetic teachers!
 
 
 
 Teacher daily duties include:
 
 
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 Diaper changes throughout the day/potty training, if a Resource Teacher or in classrooms under the age of three
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 Developing lesson plans
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 Positive parent, colleague and student communication
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 Participation in staff and training meetings
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 Designing an appropriate room arrangement to support the goals and developmental level of the children in the classroom
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 Interacting with the children to support play, exploration, and learning
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 Presenting expectations that are appropriate to the child's age and developmental level
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 Planning and implementing activities that develop self-esteem and social skills
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 Communicating appropriately and professionally with parents and fellow staff
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 Building teamwork
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 Using assessment tools
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 Committing to continuing education
 
 
 
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 The Goddard School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides outstanding opportunities including:
 
 
 
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 Paid time off between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day
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 A Bachelors degree or high in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education or Child Development or a related field or
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 BA or higher in a related field that includes 18 Credits in Early Childhood Education or Child Development or
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 At least 1 year of experience working with children ages 6wks-6yrs of age and
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 Has completed or is currently taking ECE 101 and ECE 103 or 111 or level two trainings on PDIS
 
 
 
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 All employees are required to complete a Central Registry background check as well as a Colorado and Federal Bureau of Investigation finger print back ground check.
 
 
 Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.
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Early Childhood Infant/Toddler Teacher

Kawai Kids

Now Hiring: Floater Teacher at Kawai KidsKawai Kids is looking for a caring, dependable, and energetic floater teacher to join our team! We&rsquo;re seeking someone who loves working with little ones and creating a safe, nurturing environment.You MUST meet these qualifications below to APPLY and be CONSIDERED:12 early childhood education units are required, preferably covering the core courses:<ul><li>Child Growth and Development</li><li>Child, Family, and Community</li><li>Introduction to Curriculum</li><li>Principles and Practices of Teaching Young Children</li></ul>Plus an additional 3 units focused on infant/toddler development.Also, candidates should have 6&ndash;12 months of experience in an infant/toddler program.Ideally, we want the 4 core courses, plus infant/ toddler, at least 1 year of experience, and candidates who are or will become CPR/First Aid certified, Mandated Reporter trained, and fingerprinted.A warm, patient, and team-oriented attitudeIf you&rsquo;re passionate about caring for infants and want to make a difference every day, we encourage you to apply today!Job Type: Full-timeBase Pay: $20.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Paid time off</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Floater Teacher

Big Future Preschool

Big Future Preschool is a fast paced academic preschool, with a family feel, currently looking for new teachers who not only meet the state requirements, but also have a passion for working with children. We are a growing company and looking for dedicated teachers to help us reach our goals! See below for more details about the position requirements.Position: Toddler TeacherThe ideal candidate for this position will meet all licensing requirements in addition to having a minimum of 2 years experience working with children between the ages of 18 months and 3 years. We are looking for a teacher who is passionate about children and interested in being a strong lead for a growing infant/toddler program.Visit our website www.bigfuturepreschool.com to see if our philosophy fits your teaching style. Interested applicants will be required to complete a working interview.To apply, please send a copy of your cover letter, resume and all other pertinent documents to cynthiabautista@bigfutureschool.comWeekly Schedule: Monday-Friday (40 hours/week) Hours of Operation: 7:00am-6:00pm Specific schedule: 9-6pm Monday-FridayReports to Center DirectorMinimum Requirements: Early Childhood Education (12 units of which 3 are infant/ toddler) A minimum of 2 years teaching experience in a supervised group Child Care CenterAdditional Requirements/Skills: CPR/First Aid certification (may be obtained after hiring) Health screening and Negative TB test results from a licensed physician Proof of required immunizations: Pertussis, Measles &amp; Influenza Fingerprint clearance through DOJ/FBI Ability to bend at the waist, sit/kneel on the floor, stand for periods of time and maneuver easily throughout the classroom when working with children Ability to establish and maintain good interpersonal relationships with parents, children, and other staff members Excellent communication and organizational skillsJob Type: Full-timePay: From $20.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Toddler Teacher/Floater (closing shift)

Chicago Youth Centers

<div>Description:

Do you want a career that impacts the community? Do you have a desire to work somewhere that changes children&rsquo;s lives?
Join Chicago Youth Centers as we serve over 3,000 children and families each year!
Title: Teacher (0-3)
Company: Chicago Youth Centers (CYC)
Website: chicagoyouthcenters.org
Compensation: $40,000 - $52,000
Classification: Full Time; Exempt
Reports to: Childcare Director
Supervisor Responsibilities: No
Location: CYC Rebecca Crown Center at 7601 S. Phillips Ave (Chicago, IL)
Schedule: 8:30a - 5:00p; Monday - Friday; schedule varies depending on program needs
The Early Head Start Teacher (0-3) is responsible for providing developmentally appropriate learning experiences, supervision of children assigned in the classroom, providing a supportive and positive classroom climate, implement the Gold Assessment and creative curriculum, administer developmental screenings, conduct home visits and parent conferences, refer children with disabilities for children ages 15 months-3 years old. Participate and attend family engagement activities and parent meetings.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities<ul><li>
Provide a positive climate, responsive care giving and continuity to help children develop secure relationships while focusing on the children&rsquo;s social and emotional well-being.</li><li>
Work with assigned group of toddlers and two&rsquo;s, applying best practices for care and physical safety.</li><li>
Facilitate and nurture the development of each child&rsquo;s self-esteem, trust and growing autonomy.</li><li>
Complete developmental and social-emotional screenings on children.</li><li>
Develop weekly lesson plans inclusive of individualization for children.</li><li>
Refer children with special needs to the Family Service Associate and Inclusion Manager</li><li>
Integrate and assist children with special needs utilizing child IFSP.</li><li>
Partner with families and encourage parent involvement through a variety of methods (e.g. classroom parent meetings &amp; events and parent/child home activities).</li><li>
Obtain families&rsquo; social-cultural background information and designs meaningful learning experiences for children based on their findings.</li><li>
Schedule and conduct at least two Home Visits and two Parent/Teacher Conferences annually for each child, each program year to discuss with parents regarding their children&rsquo;s development and behavior. Also, due to attendance problems.</li><li>
Maintain awareness and supervision of the needs of the entire classroom; and ensure routines such as diapering, toileting/training, hand washing, meals are handled promptly and consistently with state and local regulations.</li><li>
Follow a consistent schedule that meets the individual needs of each child, including skill development, meals, napping and effective transition between activities.</li><li>
Respond quickly and appropriately to children&rsquo;s different and personal needs (verbal and non-verbal cues) and temperament styles.</li><li>
Engage and guide children at play, meeting them at their physical level (kneeling, bending, or sitting on the floor).</li><li>
Complete at least thirty clock hours of professional development annually, through participation in offered trainings, workshops, in-service days, all staff conferences; and maintain log of professional development achievements, including documents supporting completion.</li><li>
Participate and support agency/center efforts toward recruitment, enrollment, attendance and retention of eligible families.</li><li>
Other duties as assigned to fulfill the mission of the program and agency needs</li></ul>
Willing to embrace and demonstrate CYC&rsquo;s Mantras:<ul><li>
ATTITUDE MATTERS - Positivity begins with me. My attitude has the power to influence my environment and inspire those around me. I aim to be enthusiastic, optimistic, and kind&mdash;even when things get hard.</li><li>
CARE FOR REAL - I will take every opportunity to show that I truly care. I commit to serving children and families, my co-workers and my community. I will think, care and act in a respectful manner to uplift and support others.</li><li>
OWN IT - I will never say, &ldquo;That&rsquo;s not my job.&rdquo; When I see something that needs to be done, I will assign myself and do it. I will make a commitment to carry out my job responsibilities and assignments with consistency, dependability, and respect.</li><li>
PUSH FORWARD - I will be determined and progressive in thought and action. I will press on when problems arise and find innovative ways to solve issues. I will continuously learn and be open to the ideas of others.</li></ul>
EOE/MVF
Requirements:
<ul><li>Associate or Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education w/2 Infant Toddler Courses</li><li>
Infant/Toddler CDA or 120 credit hours in Infant Toddler (if there is no Bachelor or AA degree)</li><li>
Must possess at a minimum level 2 ECE/ IT Gateways Credential</li><li>
By 2024, obtain Gateways to Opportunity Infant Toddler Credential Level 5</li></ul>
Additional Experience<ul><li>
1 years of EHS classroom experience in a NAEYC accredited or Head Start classroom</li><li>
Fluency in English and Spanish languages</li><li>
Experience in implementation of early childhood curriculum (Creative Curriculum) and developmentally appropriate practice for the specific age group</li><li>
Experience in child observation, assessment and documenting child&rsquo;s skills, growth and development.</li><li>
Computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite Word, Excel and Outlook)</li><li>
Strong communications skills (verbal and written)</li><li>
CPR/ First Aid certified</li></ul></div>

Teacher (0-3)

Magical Beginnings

<div><div>Inspire Growth. Build Confidence. Spark Curiosity. Join Magical Beginnings as a Toddler Classroom Teacher!</div><div></div><div> 
At Magical Beginnings, we believe the toddler years are a magical time full of discovery, wonder, and rapid development. With care, we care &mdash; and that deep commitment to nurturing young learners is at the heart of everything we do. 
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<div>We are currently seeking a Toddler Teacher to join our loving and experienced team at our Plymouth center. In this role, you will lead a classroom of curious and active toddlers, guiding them through essential milestones with patience, positivity, and purpose.</div>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">You'll thrive in this role if you have:</h3><ul><li>
EEC Infant Toddler Certification, CDA, or equivalent degree and experience (required)
</li><li>Daycare experience in a center-based or private school setting</li><li>
Patience, positive energy, and a love for helping young children meet and exceed their developmental goals</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Some requirements of the role include:</h3><ul><li>
Flexibility to work 7:00AM-5:30PM Monday through Friday</li><li>
Ability to spend extended periods of time on the floor with the children</li><li>
Ability to lift up to 50lbs</li><li>
Ability to stand up to 90% of the workday</li><li>
Attentiveness, strong time management, and a team-focused mindset</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
As a Toddler Teacher, you will be responsible for:</h3><ul><li>
Collaborating with your co-teacher to equally prepare curriculum, lesson plans, materials, and monthly newsletters.</li><li>
Keeping parents informed by posting parent information on the Class Dojo app and classroom boards.</li><li>
Providing a safe environment by maintaining orderly, clean, and appealing classrooms.</li><li>
Encouraging children&rsquo;s participation by providing age-appropriate interactive activities.</li><li>
Maintaining cleanliness of the classroom: routine opening/closing of the classroom (including, but not limited to wiping down the toys, cleaning tables, vacuuming the room, sanitizing the room (after all children have left), bathrooms, emptying trash, and overall preparation of the classroom for the next morning.</li><li>
Engaging with students in free play, supervising/zone during outdoor time, helping with bathroom needs (including toilet training assistance and diapering), snack and meal assistance (preparing bottles, heating up lunches, cutting up food, helping open containers, supervision), naptime assistance, etc.
</li><li>Adhering to the daily classroom schedule while assisting teachers.</li><li>
Tracking children&rsquo;s progress and completing assessments.
</li><li>Maintaining your EEC required professional development hours and PQ registry.</li><li>
Attending monthly staff meetings.</li><li>
Creating a fun and safe learning environment for your students.</li><li>
Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with students and parents.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
What Magical Beginnings offers you:</h3><ul><li>
Paid sick time</li><li>
13 paid holidays*, plus a guaranteed paid week-long winter break</li><li>
Paid snow days and vacation time*</li><li>
Medical, dental, and vision insurance*</li><li>
Long-term disability</li><li>
Company-paid life insurance with additional voluntary coverage</li><li>
Parental leave</li><li>
Child care discount ($25/day)</li><li>
Weekly pay and direct deposit</li><li>
Referral and enrollment bonuses</li><li>
Classroom tablets</li><li>
A budget for classroom supplies</li><li>
Paid classroom planning time</li><li>
Free coffee and tea</li><li>
Teachers&rsquo; lounge and break room</li><li>
Mentor program</li><li>
Teacher appreciation events</li><li>
Team building activities</li><li>
Holiday parties and seasonal events</li><li>
School community outreach projects</li></ul><div></div><ul><li> 
Available to full-time employees only</li></ul><div>
Payroll is processed weekly.</div><div>
If you are ready to join a team that has fun, laughs together, and support each other, contact us! We cannot wait to meet you!</div></div><div></div>

Toddler Teacher - Paid Winter Break

North Stonington's Early Learners

Job Title: Multi-Age Flex Educator Location: North Stonington, CT Position Type: Full-TimeAbout Us: North Stonington&rsquo;s Early Learners is a NAEYC-recognized early childhood education program dedicated to providing warm, engaging, and developmentally rich experiences for children from infancy through preschool. Our team values connection, curiosity, high-quality care, and strong relationships. We are seeking a dedicated Multi-Age Flex Educator to support multiple classrooms and age groups across the center.Position Overview: The Multi-Age Flex Educator is a long-term, year-round position designed to provide consistent support across our infant, toddler, and preschool classrooms. This role is essential to maintaining quality and stability, especially during periods of planned staff absences. A key responsibility includes providing extended classroom coverage during maternity leaves and other long-term teacher absences, ensuring continuity of care, smooth transitions, and a nurturing learning environment for children.This educator must be adaptable, confident with a wide range of ages, and able to step into any classroom with professionalism, warmth, and a strong understanding of developmentally appropriate practice.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide developmentally appropriate, nurturing care in infant, toddler, and preschool classrooms</li><li>Support each classroom&rsquo;s teaching goals, daily routines, and curriculum plans</li><li>Build positive, responsive relationships with children across age groups</li><li>Assist with early learning experiences, including language development, social-emotional growth, and hands-on exploration</li><li>Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment</li><li>Uphold NAEYC standards and Connecticut Early Learning and Development Standards (CT ELDS)</li><li>Collaborate with teachers and leadership to support smooth transitions and program quality</li><li>Communicate professionally with families and colleagues</li><li>Provide reliable extended coverage during teacher maternity leaves and other planned absences</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Associate or Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, CDA, or relevant experience leading a classroom.</li><li>Experience working with infants, toddlers, and/or preschoolers</li><li>Strong understanding of child development and CT ELDS</li><li>Flexible, dependable, and comfortable adapting to different classrooms and teaching styles</li><li>Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills</li><li>CPR/First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain)</li><li>Ability to pass a background check</li></ul>What We Offer:<ul><li>Competitive pay based on experience and education</li><li>Paid professional development and training opportunities</li><li>Retirement</li><li>Education Reimburesment</li><li>A valued role in supporting program consistency and high-quality care</li></ul>How to Apply: Please send your resume and a brief cover letter describing your early childhood experience and teaching philosophy to samantha@nostoearlylearners.com. We look forward to welcoming a warm, adaptable educator to our team.Job Type: Full-timePay: $17.50 - $21.00 per hourWork Location: In person

Multi-Age Flex Educator

Sunrise Children's Foundation

<div>ABSTRACT OF THE POSITION:
Under the direct guidance of the Early Head Start Center Director, the EHS Substitute Teacher II, works as a partner with other EHS Infant/Toddler Teachers. This position requires developing activities for infants and toddlers to provide them with varied experiences and an appropriate learning environment. The Substitute Teacher II works with typically developing children, children with disabilities and with families to promote parental involvement in the program. This position partners with other EHS Infant-Toddler Teachers in fulfilling the goals, policies and activities designed to achieve educational objectives and to meet performance standards. The Substitute Teacher II may be assigned additional duties and to various classrooms/centers based upon program need and area of developing expertise.
RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES (including but not limited to):<ul><li>
Assists with the creation and implementation of a developmentally appropriate and culturally sensitive program that supports the child&rsquo;s social, emotional, cognitive and physical development.</li><li>
Maintains a clean, safe, and healthy environment that meets the changing needs of infants and toddlers.</li><li>
Supports the classroom/center in any aspect of the program as the need arises and/or as requested by the Center Director, including covering for staff during break times.</li><li>
Adheres to federal, state, and local health and safety policies and procedures, Early Head Start Performance Standards, Child Care Licensing regulations, and SCF's Policies and Procedures, while maintaining First Aid and CPR certification and other required state trainings.</li></ul>
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS &amp; WORKING CONDITIONS:<ul><li>
Physical demands: Lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, kneeling, crouching, sitting on the floor, and using hands and fingers to manipulate equipment.</li><li>
Visual and auditory abilities: Able to see and hear to read materials, conduct conversations, and share developmental reports with families.</li><li>
Working environment: Includes childcare center, office, and client homes, with some exposure to bodily fluids and communicable diseases and moderate to loud noise levels.</li><li>
Compliance: Upholds and adheres to SCF's Safety Program responsibilities, including attending training, reporting hazards, and cleaning up spills or other safety concerns.</li><li>
Education &amp; Work Experience<ul><li>
Must be at least 18 years old.</li><li>
Must have a minimum of a high school diploma (or equivalent) or obtain within (9) months of hire date.</li><li>
Must obtain a Child Development Associate Credential with a focus on Infants/Toddlers and trained in early childhood development within six (6) months of hire date or date designated by EHS Program Management (SCF will pay a portion of the CDA Fees).</li><li>
Experience with infants/toddlers in a group setting is preferred.</li></ul></li></ul>
Benefits<ul><li>
Medical Insurance</li><li>
Dental Insurance</li><li>
Vision Insurance</li><li>
Supplementary Benefits</li><li>
Employer Paid Life Insurance</li><li>
Employer Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability</li><li>
PTO with Accrual Starting at Hire</li><li>
401(k) with a match</li><li>
COVID Paid Sick Leave</li><li>
10 Paid Holidays</li><li>
Hardship Assistance Fund</li><li>
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li><li>
Wellness Programs</li></ul></div>

Early Head Start Substitute Teacher II/ CDA Trainee (Mesquite)

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