Lead Toddler Preschool Teacher

Child Care Resources Inc; Davenport (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Lead Toddler Teacher to manage a classroom of toddlers. This full-time role offers a supportive environment where you can foster children's growth and development. With a consistent schedule and a focus on building relationships, you'll create a loving atmosphere that promotes cognitive and emotional growth. Join a team that values your contributions and offers competitive wages, paid holidays, and a childcare discount. If you have a passion for early childhood education and want to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive wages

10 paid holidays per year

6 paid sick days

Earned vacation time

Childcare discount

Qualifications

• Experience in early childhood education is preferred.
• Must be willing to complete 45 hours of training within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with children and parents.
• Supervise and care for children while maintaining required ratios.
• Create and follow lesson plans.

Skills

Experience with children aged 1 to 2 years

Ability to create lesson plans

Strong interpersonal skills

Knowledge of DCF rules and regulations

Education

Child Development Associate (CDA) credential

First Aid certification

Job description

Summary

We are looking for teachers with experience working with children aged 1 to 2 years. Currently, there is an opening for a Lead Toddler Teacher. The Lead Teacher will manage a classroom of six toddlers, with or without assistance. Our team promotes a positive atmosphere with a rotational schedule. This is a full-time role, with hours from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, including a one-hour break, for three to four days a week. Additionally, there will be a closing shift from 9:00 AM to 5:45 PM, with a 45-minute break, for one to two days a week. Shift weeks may vary, but shift times will remain consistent.

Duties

1. Work and build relationships with children and parents.
2. Create and follow a lesson plan.
3. Work independently in the classroom, with or without assistance.
4. Supervise and care for children, maintaining the required ratio.
5. Maintain daily attendance and transition sheets.
6. Uphold DCF rules and regulations.
7. Support children's growth cognitively and socially/emotionally.
8. Provide a loving environment that fosters development.

Requirements

1. Willing to complete 45 hours within 90 days.
2. Ability to pass a background screening.
3. Good references.

Nice to Have

1. Experience in early childhood education.
2. Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.
3. First Aid certification and 45 hours of training.

Benefits

We offer:

• Competitive wages.
• 10 paid holidays per year.
• 6 paid sick days.
• Earned vacation time.
• Childcare discount.