Daycare Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Job Overview

We are seeking a passionate and energetic Daycare Teacher to join our vibrant early childhood education team. In this role, you will create a nurturing, engaging, and safe environment where young children can explore, learn, and grow. Your enthusiasm and dedication will inspire children’s curiosity and support their developmental milestones through innovative activities and compassionate guidance. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children’s lives while fostering their social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.

Duties

• Develop and implement age-appropriate curricula that promote early childhood development, literacy, math, physical education, and social skills.
• Create a stimulating classroom environment that encourages exploration, creativity, and learning through play.
• Manage classroom behavior with positive reinforcement techniques to ensure a safe and respectful space for all children.
• Communicate regularly with parents or guardians about children’s progress, milestones, and any concerns to foster strong partnerships.
• Conduct child development assessments and utilize standardized testing when appropriate to monitor growth and tailor instruction.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols by maintaining first aid and CPR certifications, following mandated reporting laws, and implementing health guidelines.
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan lessons that incorporate Montessori or other specialized educational approaches suited for preschool or toddler care.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with children in a daycare, preschool, or early childhood education setting.
• Knowledge of child development principles, childhood education theories including Montessori methods, and early intervention strategies.
• Strong classroom management skills combined with effective behavior management techniques.
• Excellent communication skills to engage with children, parents, and team members clearly and positively.
• Ability to develop curriculum content that supports literacy education, math skills, physical activity, and social-emotional learning.
• Certification in first aid and CPR is required; familiarity with mandated reporting laws is essential.
• Experience with classroom experience involving toddlers or preschool-aged children is highly preferred.

Join us in shaping the future by inspiring young minds! We are committed to providing a supportive environment where your teaching talents can flourish while making a lasting difference in children's lives.

Work Location: In person