Childcare Lead Toddler Teacher

The Goddard School in Milton, MA is a brand-new, state-of-the-art premier early childhood center offering the best preparation for social, physical, and academic success for children from 6 weeks to 6 years. Our regarded and renowned play-based curriculum is inspired by Piaget and Erikson.

About the role

As the Lead Toddler Teacher, you will lead a group of young learners and create a positive, engaging learning environment. This full-time role involves providing nurturing, safe, and high-quality care to toddlers while collaborating with parents and team members to meet children's developmental needs. The position offers a highly competitive salary and performance bonus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a dynamic and developmentally appropriate curriculum for toddlers
• Advance physical and intellectual competencies by adapting program activities to meet the needs of the children
• Create a warm, nurturing, and safe environment for toddlers to learn and grow
• Communicate appropriately and professionally with both parents and fellow staff members
• Capture and communicate child's daily activities and progress
• Collaborate with other team members to plan and participate in school events and activities
• Follow all health and safety guidelines set by the school and state regulations
• Continuously engage in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in early childhood education

Requirements

• A 2 or 4-year degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (current enrollment in pursuit of a degree will be considered)
• Previous experience working with toddlers or in a childcare or educational setting
• EEC Certification preferred (school will assist in obtaining certification)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with children and adults
• Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively
• Availability to work between the hours of 7:00am - 6:00pm

Qualifications

• Ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid
• Ability to see and read newsprint, with or without corrective lenses
• Ability to speak and be understood under normal circumstances
• Ability to lift and carry children and other items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to use arms, hands, legs, and feet, with or without corrective devices; this includes the ability to evacuate the building during emergencies
• Ability to handle crisis situations, especially where children are involved
• Ability to respond immediately to emergency situations

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Professional & Career Advancement and Coaching
• Referral and Performance Bonus
• Tuition and Other Discounts