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Toddler Teacher

The Island Child Care Center
📍 Portsmouth, RI·Posted 14d ago
Part-Time · Salary Varies

Overview

Join our vibrant early childhood education team as a Toddler Teacher, where your passion for nurturing young minds will inspire curiosity, growth, and joy! In this dynamic role, you will create a warm, engaging environment tailored to the developmental needs of toddlers. Your expertise will foster early learning skills, promote positive behavior, and support each child's unique journey. We are committed to providing a paid opportunity that emphasizes professional growth, meaningful interactions, and the development of foundational skills in early childhood education.

Duties

  • Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum plans that incorporate literacy education, math concepts, physical activity, and social-emotional learning tailored to toddlers’ developmental stages.
  • Provide attentive toddler care by supervising daily routines such as feeding, diapering, napping, and hygiene activities with compassion and professionalism.
  • Manage classroom environments effectively through classroom management strategies that promote safety, engagement, and positive behavior management.
  • Communicate regularly with parents and guardians to share progress updates, discuss developmental milestones, and address any concerns with clarity and empathy.
  • Utilize child development instruction techniques rooted in early intervention principles to support children with diverse needs, including those requiring special education or additional support.
  • Ensure compliance with mandated reporting laws by accurately documenting incidents or concerns related to child welfare and communicating appropriately with authorities when necessary.
  • Engage children in educational activities that foster literacy skills, physical development through movement exercises or physical education, and foundational math concepts aligned with Montessori or other early childhood frameworks.

Skills

  • Strong experience working with children in classroom settings, demonstrating effective classroom management and behavior management techniques.
  • Knowledge of child development stages specific to toddlers and proficiency in curriculum development tailored to early childhood education standards.
  • Experience teaching physical education activities that promote motor skills development and overall health.
  • Excellent communication skills for parent interaction, team collaboration, and conveying instructional goals clearly.
  • Familiarity with special education practices and early intervention strategies to support children with diverse learning needs.
  • Certification in first aid and CPR to ensure safety during all activities.
  • Background in preschool teaching or Montessori methods is preferred to enhance lesson planning and instructional approaches for young learners.

Embark on a rewarding journey where your dedication transforms little lives every day! We are eager to welcome passionate educators ready to make a lasting impact on the next generation of learners through energetic teaching, compassionate care, and innovative educational practices.

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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