Childcare Toddler Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

URGENTLY HIRING — TODDLER TEACHER!

Little Sprouts Learning Center | North Guilford, CT

Little Sprouts Learning Center is looking for a caring, dependable, and energetic Toddler Teacher to join our team as soon as possible! L ittle Sprouts Learning Center is urgently seeking a caring, dependable, and enthusiastic Toddler Teacher to join our team in North Guilford, CT.

Our toddler classroom is a busy, playful, and nurturing environment where children are developing independence, language, friendships, and a growing sense of who they are. We’re looking for a teacher who understands that toddlers learn through play, exploration, relationships, and plenty of hands-on experiences.

At Little Sprouts, we are a nonprofit early childhood program with a strong focus on social-emotional development, play-based learning, and meaningful connections with nature. We value teachers who take the time to truly know the children in their care and who recognize that every diaper change, mealtime, story, outdoor adventure, and comforting hug is part of a young child’s learning experience.

This is a great opportunity for someone who loves the toddler years and wants to be part of a small, supportive early childhood community where teachers, children, and families can grow together.

We are looking to fill this position as soon as possible.

As a Toddler Teacher at Little Sprouts Learning Center, you’ll provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where toddlers can learn, play, and grow. You’ll work alongside a co-teacher to plan age-appropriate, play-based activities, support children’s social-emotional development, and guide them through daily routines including meals, diapering/toileting, rest time, and outdoor play.

You’ll build positive relationships with children and families, communicate about each child’s day and development, maintain a clean and organized classroom, and work collaboratively with our teaching team. Most importantly, you’ll bring patience, flexibility, enthusiasm, and a genuine love for working with toddlers each day.

• Must meet Connecticut OEC requirements for employment in a licensed child care program.
• Experience working with toddlers or young children preferred.
• Must be caring, patient, dependable, and comfortable working as part of a teaching team.
• Ability to provide attentive, hands-on care throughout the day, including diapering/toileting, meals, rest time, indoor activities, and outdoor play.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers.
• Must complete all required background checks and OEC Registry requirements.
• CPR/First Aid, Medication Administration (MAT), and Mandated Reporter training preferred. Training can be discussed with qualified candidates.
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of working with toddlers, including sitting on the floor, bending, lifting, and actively participating in classroom and outdoor activities.
• A positive attitude, flexibility, and a genuine desire to support young children’s development are essential.

• Previous experience working specifically with toddlers in a licensed child care setting.
• Early Childhood Education coursework, CDA, or a degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification.
• Current Medication Administration (MAT) certification.
• Completed Connecticut Mandated Reporter training.
• Familiarity with Connecticut Early Learning and Development Standards (CT ELDS).
• Experience with play-based, emergent, or nature-focused curriculum.
• Experience using Brightwheel or another child care communication platform.
• A creative, flexible approach to classroom activities and a willingness to get messy, play outside, sing songs, read the same book repeatedly, and embrace everything that makes the toddler years so much fun!

• Paid Leave
• Professional Development
• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid training and professional development opportunities
• Consistent weekday schedule with no nights or weekends
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment
• Low child-to-teacher ratios
• Small, community-based nonprofit setting
• Play-based, nature-focused teaching environment
• Opportunities to grow professionally in the early childhood education field
• A workplace where teachers are valued, supported, and recognized for the important work they do