Toddler Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Join our team of teachers at The Nurturing Nest Early Learning Center! We are a professional childcare center with a close knit home daycare environment, moving into our seventh year of business. We have a strong team of teachers who are committed to providing the utmost care for children and a vibrant learning experience for our families.

Full-time Teacher position, applicants must be available Monday through Friday, shift hours include a 6-8 hour work day. Must be 18+ years of age, experience in a child care setting is preferred. Hourly pay ranging $18-20.00 depending on experience/qualifications.

Teacher Responsibilities:

• Candidate should be passionate about working with children and bring warmth and patience to the classroom.
• Be knowledgable of state regulations and safety requirements within the classroom.
• Work side by side with teachers to create a nurturing learning environment that is appropriate to the physical, social, emotional and intellectual development of classroom ages and inspire the children to be lifelong learners.
• Full time teachers will help develop and implement weekly curriculum lesson plans suitable for the classroom program.
• Be flexible to adjust the learning environment to meet the needs of children.
• Communicate effectively with parents and partner with families to create and maintain positive relationships.
• Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards
• Attend monthly staff meetings and complete annual hours of professional development.

Teacher Qualifications:

• Education: High School degree required, Associates degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
• Experience working with children in a child care classroom setting
• Knowledge of childhood development principles and best practices in early childhood education
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to manage a classroom effectively and maintain a positive learning environment
• Familiarity with behavior management techniques