Early Childhood Teacher-Toddler

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

Sunnyside Preschool & Childcare is looking for a caring, dependable, and enthusiastic Full-Time Early Childhood Teacher to join our team! If you're passionate about helping young children learn and grow while working alongside a supportive team, we'd love to meet you. We believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing environment where they can explore, play, and build confidence. Our teachers create meaningful relationships with children and families while providing engaging learning experiences each day.

Schedule:

• Monday-Friday
• 7:30 AM-5:30 PM
• 40 hours per week
• Rotating weekday off

What You'll Do

• Implement engaging, developmentally appropriate activities.
• Create a safe, positive, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Observe and document children's growth and development.
• Communicate daily with families through our parent communication app and in person.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers to provide exceptional care and education.
• Maintain a clean, organized classroom that meets Washington State licensing and health standards.
• Assist with diapering, toileting, meals, and other daily care routines.
• Follow all health, safety, and licensing regulations.

Requirements

• Must be dependable and able to maintain consistent attendance.
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
• Patient, reliable, flexible, and able to multitask.
• Meet all Washington State licensing requirements for childcare employees.
• Current Child CPR/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain before employment).
• Washington State Child Care Basics (30-hour course) completed or ability to complete as required.
• Current negative TB test (or ability to obtain before employment).

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a licensed childcare or preschool setting.
• Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Experience communicating with families and documenting children's progress.
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and a passion for early childhood education.

Benefits

Benefits

• Guaranteed 40 hours each week
• Paid holidays for full-time employees.
• Supportive staffing ratios —our toddler classrooms maintain a 7:1 teacher-to-child ratio , with two teachers caring for a maximum of 14 children.
• Business casual dress code— jeans are welcome!
• Supportive leadership that values teamwork and open communication.
• A collaborative environment where teachers are respected and appreciated.
• The opportunity to build meaningful relationships with children and families while making a lasting impact every day.

Please Note

• This position does not include childcare benefits or childcare coverage. Employees are responsible for arranging their own childcare.
• We're seeking a dependable professional who is excited to become a long-term member of our team and contribute to our positive culture.

If you're looking for a rewarding career where your work truly makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the Sunnyside Preschool & Childcare family!