toddler teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Health insurance

About the Role:
Maes Learning Academy in Hopewell, VA is looking for a passionate and nurturing Toddler Teacher to join our growing team! This is a wonderful opportunity to make a lasting impact on young learners during their most formative years. If you love working with little ones and creating a safe, fun, and engaging environment, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement age-appropriate, developmentally focused lesson plans for toddlers
• Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environment
• Monitor and support the social, emotional, and cognitive development of each child
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding child progress and daily activities
• Maintain a clean, organized, and child-safe classroom at all times
• Follow all licensing regulations, health, and safety guidelines
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and staff to support overall academy goals

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with toddlers or young children in a childcare or preschool setting
• Knowledge of early childhood development principles and best practices
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patient, compassionate, and enthusiastic demeanor
• Ability to pass a background check as required by Virginia childcare licensing
• High school diploma or equivalent required; CDA or Early Childhood Education degree preferred

About Us:
Maes Learning Academy is a trusted early childhood education center proudly serving the Hopewell, VA community. We are dedicated to providing a loving, enriching environment where every child can thrive and develop a lifelong love of learning. Our team is passionate, supportive, and committed to making Maes Learning Academy a place where both children and educators look forward to coming every day.