Early Childhood Teacher - Toddler

About This Role

Creative Starts Learning Center in Oxford, CT is seeking a qualified Early Childhood Teacher - Toddler to work with Infant / Toddler (0–2), Preschool (3–5) in a center-based environment. This position requires no formal credential — just relevant experience.

What You'll Do

• Develop and implement engaging and educational activities tailored to the needs of preschool-aged children.
• Ensure the classroom environment is consistently safe, clean, and organized.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Collaborate with the Lead Teacher to create and implement effective lesson plans that promote cognitive, social-emotional, physical, and language development.
• Participate in regular staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills.
• Assist with daily routines such as mealtime, naptime, diapering/toileting, and transitions.

Requirements

• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain);
• Previous experience working with young children in a childcare or educational setting.
• Knowledge of early childhood development principles and practices.
• Child Development Associate (CDA) certification or Head Teacher Certificate.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Patience, flexibility, and a genuine passion for working with children, as well as a high school diploma or equivalent.

Benefits

• This Early Childhood Teacher - Toddler role pays $17 to $22/Hr.
• This job is Full Time.