Toddler Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

Job Summary

Family Tree Ministry is hiring a Toddler Teacher to join our early childhood education team. This full-time position works with children ages 1–3, supporting daily routines, age-appropriate learning activities, and a safe, nurturing classroom environment.

We are looking for a dependable, caring educator who enjoys working with young children, values teamwork, and is committed to providing consistent, high-quality care and early learning experiences.

As a Christian childcare ministry, we value educators who serve children with patience, kindness, and intentional care in a faith-centered environment.

Schedule

• Full-time
• Approximately 40 hours per week
• Consistent weekday schedule

What You'll Do

Duties

• Provide a warm, nurturing, and structured classroom environment for toddlers (ages 1–3).
• Support daily routines including meals, diapering/toileting, nap time, transitions, and play.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities that support social, emotional, language, and motor development.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom in accordance with licensing requirements.
• Observe and document children’s development and communicate regularly with families.
• Work collaboratively with assistant teachers and leadership to support classroom operations.
• Follow all center policies, safety procedures, and state licensing regulations.

Requirements

Required Skills

• Experience working with toddlers or young children in a childcare or early childhood setting.
• Genuine interest in early childhood development and caregiving.
• Ability to maintain a calm, patient, and positive classroom presence.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Reliability, punctuality, and professionalism.
• Willingness to learn and use required documentation and assessment tools.
• Ability to uphold and reflect the mission and values of Family Tree Ministry.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework or degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
• CDA credential or willingness to work toward one.
• Familiarity with Connecticut Early Learning and Development Standards (CT ELDS).
• Prior experience in a licensed childcare or preschool program.

Benefits

Benefits

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Stable, full-time schedule