Toddler Teacher

Toddler Teacher - Early Childhood Education

The Learning Experience - Gaithersburg, MD

Pay: $17-$20 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday

Location: The Learning Experience - Gaithersburg, MD

Qualification: Infant/Toddler Teacher qualified The Learning Experience - Gaithersburg is seeking a nurturing and energetic Toddler Teacher to join our early childhood education team. Toddlers are developing new words, independence, confidence, and social skills every day. We're looking for an educator who can provide the structure and nurturing support young children need while turning their natural curiosity into meaningful opportunities to learn and grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily routines and learning experiences in a Toddler classroom
• Implement The Learning Experience's proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum
• Create age-appropriate activities through art, music, movement, sensory play, and exploration
• Support language, cognitive, physical, and social-emotional development
• Encourage independence and developing self-help skills
• Assist with meals, diapering/toileting, rest time, outdoor play, and transitions
• Maintain consistent routines and positive classroom guidance
• Observe developmental progress and maintain required documentation
• Build positive relationships and communicate regularly with families
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and center leadership
• Follow Maryland childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements

Qualifications

• Must meet Maryland requirements to serve as a qualified Infant/Toddler Teacher
• High school diploma or GED required
• Previous professional toddler, daycare, childcare, or early childhood experience preferred
• Experience working specifically with infants or toddlers is a plus
• CDA, Early Childhood Education coursework, or related credentials are a plus
• Patient, nurturing, dependable, and team-oriented
• Ability to meet all applicable Maryland childcare licensing requirements

What We Offer

• Competitive pay of $17-$20 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Consistent full-time Monday-Friday schedule
• Paid training and professional development
• Employee childcare discount
• Supportive leadership and collaborative teaching environment
• Opportunities for continued professional growth and advancement

Apply today to join The Learning Experience - Gaithersburg and help toddlers build confidence, independence, and a love of learning during one of the most exciting stages of early childhood. Compensation: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.