Infant Toddler Lead Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Infant Toddler Lead Teacher

Join our vibrant early childhood education team at Beanstalk Academy as a Toddler Lead Teacher, where your passion for nurturing young minds will ignite a love for learning from the very start. In this dynamic role, you will create a warm, engaging environment tailored to the developmental needs of infants and toddlers, fostering growth in literacy, social skills, and emotional well-being. Your dedication will help lay a strong foundation for lifelong learning and curiosity, making a meaningful impact on each child's journey.

About the Role

As a Toddler Lead Teacher at Beanstalk Academy, you will develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum that promotes early literacy, math skills, physical development, and social-emotional learning tailored to infants and toddlers. You will create a safe, nurturing classroom environment that encourages exploration, independence, and positive behavior management. You will plan engaging lesson activities that support childhood development milestones and incorporate Montessori or other educational philosophies as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum that promotes early literacy, math skills, physical development, and social-emotional learning tailored to infants and toddlers.
• Create a safe, nurturing classroom environment that encourages exploration, independence, and positive behavior management.
• Plan engaging lesson activities that support childhood development milestones and incorporate Montessori or other educational philosophies as appropriate.
• Provide attentive toddler care by monitoring health, hygiene, nutrition, and safety standards in compliance with childcare regulations.
• Manage classroom routines including diapering, feeding, nap times, and transition activities with patience and consistency.
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians about each child's progress, behavioral updates, and developmental milestones.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure classroom management strategies are effective and aligned with early intervention practices for children needing additional support.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or currently pursuing.
• Prior classroom experience working with infants and toddlers in licensed childcare centers or preschool settings is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of childhood development principles, behavior management techniques, and early intervention strategies.
• Experience in curriculum development focused on literacy education, sensory activities, and physical education for young children.
• Familiarity with standardized testing methods used to assess early learning outcomes is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to manage classroom dynamics effectively while maintaining a positive learning environment.
• Background in special education or working with children requiring additional support enhances your candidacy.
• Excellent communication skills to foster collaborative relationships with families and team members committed to child welfare.

About Beanstalk Academy

Beanstalk Academy is a leading, full-service child care and early education provider with 10+ locations in the Bronx and Brooklyn. We support and accommodate our families' needs by providing a safe and nurturing childcare experience. Our trained and dedicated teachers work together with parents to give each child the confidence and skills to succeed.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

How to Apply

If you are a passionate educator with a commitment to early childhood education, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our dynamic team. Apply now to become a part of the Beanstalk Academy family and start making a meaningful impact on the lives of young children!