lead toddler teacher

Countryside Montessori

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Montessori Lead Toddler Teacher to guide children ages 18 months to 3 years in an authentic Montessori environment inspired by the principles of Maria Montessori. The ideal candidate is nurturing, organized, and committed to supporting each child&rsquo;s independence and natural development.Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare and maintain a developmentally appropriate Montessori toddler classroom</li><li>Provide consistent, respectful guidance to young children</li><li>Observe, assess, and document student progress</li><li>Communicate effectively with families</li><li>Lead and mentor classroom assistants</li><li>Ensure a safe, clean, and engaging learning environment</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hourExpected hours: 40 per weekWork Location: In person

Lead Toddler Teacher

Creative Kids Daycare

Job Overview We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Lead Toddler Teacher to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for creating a nurturing, engaging, and safe environment tailored specifically for toddlers. Your passion for working with young children and expertise in childhood development will inspire curiosity and joy in every child you serve.Duties<ul><li>Lead daily classroom activities designed to promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development for toddlers</li><li>Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with early childhood education standards</li><li>Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment that encourages exploration and learning</li><li>Communicate regularly with parents or guardians about each child's progress, needs, and achievements</li><li>Ensure compliance with all licensing regulations, health and safety protocols, including first aid procedures</li><li>Observe individual children&rsquo;s behaviors and developmental milestones to tailor activities that support their growth</li></ul>Skills<ul><li>Extensive knowledge of childhood development principles specific to toddlers</li><li>Proven classroom management skills to foster positive behavior and engagement</li><li>Strong leadership abilities to guide a team of educators effectively</li><li>Excellent communication skills for collaborating with parents, staff, and community partners</li><li>Experience in preschool or daycare settings with a focus on toddler care</li><li>Certification in first aid and CPR; additional certifications in special education or working with children with disabilities are a plus</li><li>Ability to implement behavior management strategies that promote social-emotional learning</li></ul>Join us as a Lead Toddler Teacher if you're passionate about shaping young minds through energetic, caring, and innovative teaching. Your dedication will help lay the foundation for lifelong learning while creating a joyful environment where every toddler feels valued, safe, and excited to explore the world around them.Job Type: Full-timePay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Childcare</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li><li>Tuition reimbursement</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Brightside Childcare

Overview We are seeking a passionate and energetic Lead Toddler Teacher to join our vibrant early childhood education team. In this vital role, you will lead a classroom dedicated to nurturing the development of toddlers, fostering a safe, engaging, and stimulating environment that promotes early learning and social-emotional growth. Your enthusiasm and expertise will inspire young children to explore, learn, and thrive during their foundational years. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's lives while collaborating with a dedicated team of educators.Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead daily classroom activities that support toddler development, including play-based learning, arts and crafts, storytime, and sensory experiences</li><li>Create a warm, welcoming atmosphere that encourages curiosity, independence, and social interaction among children</li><li>Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with early childhood education standards and developmental milestones</li><li>Monitor and document each child's progress, behavior, and individual needs to tailor activities accordingly</li><li>Ensure safety protocols are strictly followed; maintain a clean, organized classroom environment conducive to learning and caregiving</li><li>Collaborate with parents and guardians through regular updates on their child's development and well-being</li><li>Supervise assistant teachers or caregivers in the classroom to ensure high-quality care and educational standards are maintained</li></ul>Skills<ul><li>Demonstrated experience working with children in preschool or daycare settings, especially with toddlers</li><li>Strong knowledge of childhood development principles and early childhood education best practices</li><li>Certification in first aid and CPR to ensure immediate response in emergencies</li><li>Experience working with individuals with disabilities or special needs is highly desirable</li><li>Excellent classroom management skills to foster positive behavior and engagement</li><li>Ability to implement behavior management strategies effectively and compassionately</li><li>Familiarity with childcare regulations, safety standards, and licensing requirements</li><li>Effective communication skills for collaborating with families, team members, and community partners</li><li>Background in special education or caregiving roles such as nannying or babysitting is advantageous</li></ul>Join us as a Lead Toddler Teacher where your dedication will shape the earliest stages of children's educational journeys. Bring your energy, expertise, and compassion to create an inspiring environment where every toddler can flourish!Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Childcare</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Tuition reimbursement</li></ul>Education:<ul><li>High school or equivalent (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Trinity Montessori Academy

We&rsquo;re Growing &mdash; Join Our Team! Trinity Montessori Academy &ndash; Riverwalk is now hiring a Lead Toddler Teacher to join our outstanding team!We are seeking passionate educators who love working with children and are excited to embrace our unique curriculum, which blends Montessori, Literacy, and Christian values. Montessori experience is preferred, but not required&mdash;educators eager to grow their careers in Montessori early childhood education are encouraged to apply. We will train!Position Details:<ul><li>Full-time schedule: 8:30&ndash;5:30 Monday&ndash;Friday</li></ul>Why Join Trinity Montessori Academy? - Comprehensive training for all new employees, including pre-orientation with our DSS Specialist and in-class support from our Montessori Specialists - Health insurance eligibility for employees working 30+ hours/week - 401(k) eligibility - Paid Time Off - Free in-house DSS-approved training hours to meet annual education requirements - Ongoing classroom support and curriculum guidance from our Montessori Specialists and admin team - Tuition assistance to earn your Montessori Certification - Designated teacher workdays throughout the school year for professional development - Off-campus team-building activities during teacher workdays - Built-in holidays off for Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year&rsquo;s, and federal holidays - Positive, supportive work culture and environment - Competitive pay - Tuition discount for staff childrenLocation: Trinity Montessori Academy- Riverwalk 2764 Faith Blvd Rock Hill, SC 29730803-346-4446Job Type: Full-timePay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Tuition reimbursement</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Endeavor Schools

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Details</h2><div>
Build a Career with Meaning and Enhance Your Future</div><div></div><div> 
Come join us at Creative Child Learning Center as Lead Toddler Teacher!</div><div></div><div> 
At Creative Child, our educators brighten children&rsquo;s lives every day while creating a bright future for themselves. We offer a supportive environment for our teachers and empower them with the resources they need to create a positive learning environment for our students. As a Lead Teacher, you will develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum, plan engaging activities to promote cognitive, social, and emotional development, and assess and documenting your student's progress. 
 
 
</div><div>We also help our employees build great careers. With our education incentives and career development programs, we invest in our educators to ensure that they thrive.</div><div></div><div> 
How We Work for You:</div><ul><li>
Competitive pay and benefits</li><li>
Childcare tuition discounts (based on individual school availability)</li><li>
Career development programs</li><li>
Opportunities for advancement</li><li>
Supportive work environment</li><li>
Relocation options at our 100+ schools nationwide</li></ul><div>
What You Get to Do:</div><ul><li>
Help lead innovative learning activities that promote children&rsquo;s development and growth</li><li>
Ensure the safety and well-being of children at all times</li><li>
Monitor children&rsquo;s progress and development</li><li>
Create a harmonious environment where children and fellow teachers enjoy coming to each day</li></ul><div>
Are You Qualified?</div><div>
Whether or not you have experience working in schools, you may be qualified to work with us. The most important quality is that you love working with children. Some of our best educators have come from other fields, including customer service, healthcare, retail, and more!</div><div> 
</div><div>If you have the following, we would love to speak with you:</div> 
<div></div><ul><li>
High School Diploma or GED</li><li>
Associates Degree in Early Childhood Development / CDA Certified preferred</li><li>
45 DCF Hours</li><li>
2-5 years prior experience working in a certified child development center</li><li>
Prior experience with the assigned age group.</li><li>
Specific requirements set by minimum state standards and/or accreditation</li><li>
Ability to use standard office equipment such as a laptop computer and smartphone.</li><li>
Strong communication skills, including the ability to interact with parents and other staff members, is required.</li><li>
The ability to be patient, collaborative, creative, and passionate about Early Childhood education is essential for this role.</li></ul><div>
About Endeavor Schools</div><div>
Creative Child is part of the Endeavor Schools family. With more than 100 schools in 14 states, Endeavor Schools is one of the nation&rsquo;s fastest-growing education management companies. We believe that there are many ways for children to learn, and that is why we provide schools with different educational styles and methods across the country. Come be part of a team that prioritizes the success and wellbeing of our amazing employees!</div><div></div><div> 
Endeavor Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Pay Range</h2>
USD $16.00 - USD $16.50 /Hr.</div>

Guidepost Montessori

<div>Help toddlers discover who they are and what they can do. 
At Guidepost Montessori, our Lead Toddler Guides create calm, purposeful environments where curiosity, independence, and confidence grow every day.

If you're passionate about early childhood development and ready to lead a classroom designed for exploration and independence, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Your Role

As a Lead Toddler Guide, you'll lead a mixed-age toddler classroom in a Montessori environment thoughtfully designed to support children during one of the most formative stages of development.

Montessori guides prepare beautiful, orderly environments that invite exploration and support independence. Through careful observation, individualized lessons, and respectful guidance, you'll help each child develop language, coordination, self-regulation, and confidence.

Your leadership will empower toddlers to explore freely, make choices, and take pride in what they can accomplish laying the foundation for lifelong learning.

What You'll Do
<ul>
<li>Observe each child closely to understand and support their physical, emotional, and cognitive development</li>
<li>Prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly classroom that fosters focus, independence, and exploration</li>
<li>Support independence by encouraging toddlers to &quot;do it themselves&quot;</li>
<li>Provide lessons in practical life skills, language development, and grace and courtesy</li>
<li>Build warm, trusting relationships with children and families</li>
<li>Communicate and collaborate with parents to support each child's growth</li>
<li>Lead classroom routines and collaborate with team members to create a respectful, joyful community</li>
</ul>
The Montessori Prepared Environment

Every Guidepost toddler classroom is fully equipped with high-quality Montessori materials and designed according to the principles of beauty, order, and independence.

Our toddler environments feature:
<ul>
<li>Open spaces that encourage movement and exploration</li>
<li>Child-sized furniture and tools to support independence</li>
<li>Curriculum that builds skills in dressing, feeding, and toilet learning</li>
<li>Scientifically designed materials for fine and gross motor development</li>
<li>Natural elements including cozy rugs, real plants, and abundant light</li>
<li>Beautiful, breakable materials made from wood, metal, and glass</li>
<li>Opportunities to climb, crawl, and explore without restrictive devices</li>
</ul>
What We're Looking For
<ul>
<li>Interest in pursuing fully sponsored Montessori certification through our Prepared Montessorian Institute, or a previously earned Montessori diploma</li>
<li>Experience working with children ages 0&ndash;3 in a group care or early learning setting</li>
<li>Alignment with child-led educational approaches (Montessori, Reggio Emilia, or similar)</li>
<li>Required ECE or Child Development credits</li>
<li>Bachelor's degree (Child related field)</li>
</ul>
What We Offer
<ul>
<li>Sponsored Montessori diploma training and ongoing professional development</li>
<li>Competitive salary: $40,000 - $50,000 depending on experience and education</li>
<li>Health, dental, and vision insurance</li>
<li>Paid time off and paid holidays</li>
<li>75% tuition discount for up to two children at any Guidepost school</li>
<li>A collaborative, supportive network of peers and mentors</li>
<li>Clear opportunities for career growth and leadership advancement</li>
</ul>
About Guidepost Montessori

Guidepost Montessori is a growing network of over 100 schools across the U.S. and Asia, serving children from 3 months to 6 years old in our Nido, Toddler, and Children's House programs.

We believe children are capable and we intentionally design environments that empower them to explore, grow, and flourish. Our mission is to transform education by nurturing independence, joy, and lifelong learning.

If you're inspired by toddler development, excited to partner with families, and ready to lead with purpose, we'd love to welcome you to Guidepost Montessori.

Apply today and help toddlers take their next big steps.<div>
Guidepost Global Education and Guidepost Montessori are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We will not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Our leadership is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy. When requested, we are committed to reasonably accommodate employees and applicants with disabilities or special needs that may require an accommodation.</div></div>

Loving Hands Early Childhood Learning Academy LLC

Job Summary We are seeking a passionate and dedicated One Year Lead Toddler Teacher to inspire and nurture our young learners during a pivotal stage of their early childhood development. In this role, you will lead a classroom of energetic toddlers, creating a safe, engaging, and enriching environment that promotes growth, curiosity, and social-emotional skills. Your leadership will ensure that each child's individual needs are met with compassion and professionalism, fostering a love for learning from the very start. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's lives while guiding a team of assistant teachers and caregivers.Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with early childhood education standards, focusing on toddler development milestones.</li><li>Lead daily classroom activities that promote cognitive, motor, language, and social skills through play-based learning.</li><li>Ensure a safe and healthy environment by adhering to all safety protocols, including first aid procedures and sanitation practices.</li><li>Observe and assess each child's progress, documenting developmental milestones and communicating updates to parents and team members.</li><li>Manage classroom behavior using positive guidance techniques to foster respectful interactions and emotional regulation.</li><li>Supervise and mentor assistant teachers or caregiver staff, providing guidance on classroom management and instructional strategies.</li><li>Collaborate with families to support each child's unique needs, including those requiring special education or additional caregiving support.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Proven experience working with children in a childcare settings, specifically with toddlers or infants.</li><li>Strong knowledge of childhood development principles, early childhood education best practices, and behavior management techniques.</li><li>Certification in first aid and CPR; additional training in special education or working with children with disabilities is highly desirable.</li><li>Excellent classroom management skills coupled with the ability to foster a nurturing, inclusive environment.</li><li>Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, and team members while maintaining professionalism.</li><li>Experience in caregiving roles such as nannying or babysitting is beneficial but not required; a genuine passion for working with children is essential.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to adapt activities for children with diverse needs and backgrounds. Join us in shaping the future by providing young children with the foundational skills they need to thrive! We are committed to supporting our staff&rsquo;s growth through ongoing training opportunities and a collaborative work environment dedicated to excellence in early childhood education.</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, Part-timePay: From $15.50 per hourExpected hours: 35 per weekBenefits:<ul><li>Childcare</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

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