Infant Toddler Teacher

Beanstalk Academy; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Collaborative work environment

Recognition program

Job summary

Beanstalk Academy in New York is seeking an Infant Toddler Teacher to nurture infants and toddlers, support early literacy, social skills, and healthy development. You will create a warm, safe classroom, plan engaging activities, monitor health and safety, and communicate with families about progress and milestones, while collaborating with teammates to support children needing extra help.

Strong teamwork and patience are valued as you align with Montessori or similar educational approaches to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior classroom experience with infants/toddlers in licensed settings preferred.
• Strong knowledge of child development principles and behavior management techniques.
• Experience in curriculum development focusing on literacy, sensory activities and physical education.
• Familiarity with standardized assessments a plus.
• Ability to manage classroom dynamics while maintaining a positive learning environment.
• Background in special education or supporting children needing additional help is a plus.
• Excellent communication to collaborate with families and team members.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum promoting literacy, math, physical development, and social-emotional learning for infants/toddlers.
• Create a safe, nurturing classroom encouraging exploration, independence, and positive behavior.
• Plan engaging activities aligned with developmental milestones and Montessori or similar philosophies.
• Monitor health, hygiene, nutrition, and safety per childcare regulations.
• Manage routines including diapering, feeding, naps, and transitions with patience.
• Communicate progress and milestones with parents/guardians regularly.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure effective classroom management and support for children needing extra help.

Skills

Infant care

Toddler care

Curriculum development

Family communication

Montessori theory

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education (pursuing)

Job description

Infant Toddler Teacher

Join our vibrant early childhood education team as an Infant Toddler Teacher at Beanstalk Academy, where your passion for nurturing young minds will ignite a love for learning from the very start. We are a leading, full-service child care and early education provider with 10+ locations in the Bronx and Brooklyn, dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing childcare experience for our children and families.

Grow Tall With Us

As an Infant Toddler Teacher, you will create a warm, engaging environment tailored to the developmental needs of infants and toddlers, fostering growth in literacy, social skills, and emotional well-being. Your dedication will help lay a strong foundation for lifelong learning and curiosity, making a meaningful impact on each child's journey.

Responsible for:

• Developing and implementing age-appropriate curriculum that promotes early literacy, math skills, physical development, and social-emotional learning tailored to infants and toddlers
• Creating a safe, nurturing classroom environment that encourages exploration, independence, and positive behavior management
• Planning engaging lesson activities that support childhood development milestones and incorporate Montessori or other educational philosophies as appropriate
• Providing attentive toddler care by monitoring health, hygiene, nutrition, and safety standards in compliance with childcare regulations
• Managing classroom routines including diapering, feeding, nap times, and transition activities with patience and consistency
• Communicating effectively with parents and guardians about each child's progress, behavioral updates, and developmental milestones
• Collaborating with colleagues to ensure classroom management strategies are effective and aligned with early intervention practices for children needing additional support

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or currently pursuing
• Prior classroom experience working with infants and toddlers in licensed childcare centers or preschool settings is highly preferred
• Strong knowledge of childhood development principles, behavior management techniques, and early intervention strategies
• Experience in curriculum development focused on literacy education, sensory activities, and physical education for young children
• Familiarity with standardized testing methods used to assess early learning outcomes is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to manage classroom dynamics effectively while maintaining a positive learning environment
• Background in special education or working with children requiring additional support enhances your candidacy
• Excellent communication skills to foster collaborative relationships with families and team members committed to child welfare

What We Offer:

• Salary: $19 - $21 HOURLY
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Collaborative and supportive work environmentRecognition and reward for outstanding performance