Lead Toddler Teacher

About the role

Being a Toddler Early Learning teacher is a rewarding and essential role that involves working with young children and their families to promote healthy development and school readiness.

Responsibilities

• Creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for infants and toddlers to learn and grow.
• Planning and implementing developmentally appropriate activities that encourage exploration, curiosity, and skill-building.
• Recognizing and responding to each child's unique needs and developmental milestones.
• Using observation and assessment tools to track progress and tailor activities accordingly.
• Establishing strong partnerships with parents and families.
• Engaging in regular communication to share information about their child's progress and development and providing resources and support to enhance parenting skills.
• Ensuring a clean and hygienic environment.
• Following health and safety protocols to protect the well-being of the children.
• Collaborating with colleagues to develop and adapt curriculum materials that align with Early Head Start guidelines and best practices.
• Working closely with other teachers, staff members, and specialists to coordinate services and provide a cohesive approach to children's education and well-being.
• Engaging in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to stay updated on best practices and new research in early childhood education.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation of child development progress and program outcomes for reporting purposes.
• Demonstrating cultural competence and sensitivity ensures that all children and families are respected and supported in their diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Advocating for the needs of young children and their families within the community and promoting the importance of early childhood education and support services.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Infant/Toddler Childhood Development Associate (CDA) or Associates Degree required.
• Previous work or volunteer experience working with children ages 3 and under.
• Able to communicate in English verbally and writen, and read and understand English.
• Certification in: Childcare Basics (STARS 30 Hours), First Aid/CPR, Bloodborne Pathogens, Food Worker Card, Infant Safe Sleep (or must be able to obtain within 90 days of hire).
• Pre-employment Requirements: All new hires must register with Merit and go through a Federal Background check, including fingerprinting (PBC), have an MMR vaccination, a negative TB Test within the last 12 months, or an x-ray, and complete a pre-employment physical, prior to starting work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field strongly preferred.
• Bilingual in a language spoken by DLEC parents (Spanish, Amharic, Cantonese, and Vietnamese) preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Long-Term Disability, and options for supplemental Insurance coverage.
• Eligible to participate in the company 401(k) plan, which offers a non-elective employer contribution after an introductory period.
• Eligible part-time and full-time team members receive PTO, thirteen paid holidays, and one personal holiday.
• Additional compensation may come in the form of tuition reimbursement, hiring, retention, longevity, referral, or special assignment bonuses, subject to budgetary limitations.

Pay

Position Pay Range: $26.96 - $38.46 hourly