Chinese Immersion Toddler Teacher

Sleepy Tigers Chinese Immersion Learning Center; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits

Immersive Chinese language learning

Professional development

Paid holidays

Job summary

Sleepy Tigers Chinese Immersion Learning Center in Minnesota is seeking a caring Toddler Teacher for children 18 to 36 months. You will create engaging, age-appropriate activities to support social, emotional, and early cognitive development in a warm, inclusive classroom.

The role involves collaboration with fellow teachers, communicating with families, and following health and safety guidelines. Mandarin language skills are preferred, along with an associate degree in early childhood education

Qualifications

• Native or fluent Mandarin Chinese speaker preferred.
• A deep love and patience for young children.
• Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Previous experience working with toddlers.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage and build relationships with children and their families.
• Ability to implement early childhood education best practices.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Create and implement engaging, age-appropriate activities that promote emotional, cognitive, and social development.
• Cultivate a safe, warm, and supportive classroom environment where children feel valued and encouraged.
• Foster positive relationships with each child, promoting trust, confidence, and emotional well-being.
• Implement best practices in early childhood education to support each child’s growth.
• Build strong communication with parents, providing updates on progress and development.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and staff to ensure a cohesive and nurturing environment.
• Manage basic classroom routines and handle tasks such as diapering and potty training.
• Ensure the well‑being of all children by following health and safety guidelines.

Skills

Mandarin Chinese

Patience with children

Strong communication

Education

Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

CPR & First Aid certification

Job description

We are looking for a caring, energetic, and passionate Toddler (18 month to 36 month) Teacher to become a part of our early childhood education team. At Sleepy Tigers, we are committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where toddlers can grow, learn, and thrive.

About the Role:

As a Toddler Teacher, you will play a key role in fostering the social, emotional, and intellectual development of our youngest learners. You will be responsible for creating engaging and meaningful learning experiences that help toddlers build foundational skills. You will work in a supportive, inclusive classroom where you will guide children through activities that encourage growth, creativity, and trust.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and implement engaging, age-appropriate activities that promote emotional, cognitive, and social development.
• Cultivate a safe, warm, and supportive classroom environment where children feel valued and encouraged.
• Foster positive relationships with each child, promoting trust, confidence, and emotional well-being.
• Implement best practices in early childhood education to support each child’s growth.
• Build strong communication with parents, providing updates on progress and development.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and staff to ensure a cohesive and nurturing environment.
• Manage basic classroom routines and handle tasks such as diapering and potty training.
• Ensure the well‑being of all children by following health and safety guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Native or fluent Mandarin Chinese speaker preferred.
• A deep love and patience for young children.
• Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Previous experience working with toddlers.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage and build relationships with children and their families.
• Ability to implement early childhood education best practices.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Why Sleepy Tigers?

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive, collaborative, and growth-oriented environment.
• Be part of an immersive, unique learning experience that blends early childhood education with Chinese language exposure.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Paid holidays and breaks.

If you have a passion for helping toddlers grow and thrive in their earliest educational years, we’d love to hear from you!

We look forward to welcoming a caring and dedicated individual to our Sleepy Tigers family!