Toddler Classroom Teacher

We are seeking a nurturing, dependable, and passionate Toddler Classroom Teacher to join our Childcare Program team. The Toddler Teacher will provide a safe, warm, and enriching environment for toddlers, while supporting their development in meeting age-appropriate milestones. The ideal candidate is patient, responsive, and knowledgeable about toddler development, with a passion for supporting children during this active and important stage of growth.Supervision Received: The Toddler Classroom Teacher will report to the Early Learning Center Childcare Program Director or their designee.Position Overview: The Toddler Classroom teacher is a salaried position and is responsible for working alongside another Toddler Classroom Teacher. These teachers together are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe, structured, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment for ages 15 months - 3 years old. This role would include planning curriculum as a team, maintaining strong communication with families, and ensuring compliance with EEC licensing/certification requirements.Childcare Program Overview: The Childcare Program hours are 8:15am - 4:15pm, Monday through FridayKey Responsibilities:Patience and nurturing demeanorStrong observation and communication skillsAbility to multitask and maintain a calm environmentDependability and professionalismChild Care and ResponsibilitiesProvide attentive, responsive, and individualized care to toddlers throughout the day.Ensure the safety, well-being, and comfort of each child in the classroom.Support daily routines including diapering, potty training, handwashing, sleeping, and assisting with meals and snacks.Daily Care RoutinesMaintain consistent schedules for arrival, meals, handwashing, naps, play, and transitions.Support diapering and toileting/potty training routines following all health and sanitation guidelines.Assist children with meals, handwashing, dressing, and developing self-help skills.Guide children through transitions and support nap/rest routines.Curriculum and DevelopmentImplement developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with early learning standards.Support children's growth across social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.Observe, document, and support each child's developmental progress.Provide opportunities throughout the day that would encourage exploration, motor development, and social interaction.Encourage language, creativity, and exploration through hands-on activities.Health and SafetyMaintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment.Maintain active supervision and ensure children's safety at all times.Follow all health, safety, and EEC licensing regulationsFollow all Childcare Program Policies per the Program Handbook including but not limited to illness guidelines, accident, emergency policies, and choking hazards.Follow proper hygiene, diapering, toileting, and sanitation procedures.Regularly sanitize toys, materials, and classroom surfaces, following EEC expectations.Follow emergency procedures and complete required documentation.Family CommunicationBuild positive, strong, and respectful relationships with familiesConduct daily communication with parents regarding routines, naps, and developmental milestones.Collaborate with families to support consistency between home and school.Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all communication.Participate in Parent-Teacher meetings 2 times a year following progress reports to provide developmental updates or as needed/requested from a family.Team CollaborationWork collaboratively with the other Toddler Teachers and the rest of the childcare program's teaching staff membersParticipate in team meetings, professional development, and ongoing trainingSupport the Childcare Programs overall goals.