Lead Toddler Teacher

King David Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation; Beachwood (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Flexible Scheduling

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Medical Insurance with Prescription

Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

On-Site Child Care Center

Free Parking

Employee Discount Opportunities

Job summary

Play Time Early Childhood Enrichment Center is seeking an enthusiastic, nurturing Lead Toddler Teacher to guide toddlers toward independence through hands-on exploration and meaningful interactions.

You will plan activities, lead curriculum, and partner with families to support development in a safe, engaging classroom, adhering to licensing and standards.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an early childhood setting.
• Understanding of toddler development and age-appropriate practices.
• Current or willing to obtain ODJFS certifications: CPR, First Aid, Child Abuse Recognition and Prevention, and Communicable Disease Training.
• Ability to complete 20 hours of SUTQ training annually.
• Strong leadership, communication, and classroom management skills.
• Positive, patient and energetic attitude.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate activities for toddlers.
• Create a nurturing classroom environment that promotes curiosity, creativity, and independence.
• Support children's social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development.
• Conduct ongoing observations and assessments of children's growth and progress.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding milestones, achievements, and daily activities.
• Maintain classroom documentation and child assessments using Teaching Strategies GOLD.
• Collaborate with administrators and teaching team members.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and organized learning environment.
• Follow all center policies, procedures, and licensing requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Classroom management

Toddler development

Team collaboration

Education

Associate Degree

Bachelor's Degree

CDA or CPL Level 3

Job description

Lead Toddler Teacher

? Beachwood, Ohio
? $18-$21 per hour
? Full-Time
? Associate Degree Required
? Minimum 3 Years Experience

Join Our Team at Play Time Early Childhood Enrichment Center!

Are you passionate about guiding toddlers through one of the most exciting stages of development? Do you love helping young children discover, explore, and gain independence? Play Time Early Childhood Enrichment Center is seeking an enthusiastic, nurturing, and experienced Lead Toddler Teacher to join our exceptional team.

As a Lead Toddler Teacher, you will create a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate classroom where young children can build confidence, develop new skills, and cultivate a lifelong love of learning. You will lead classroom curriculum, partner with families, and inspire children through hands-on exploration and meaningful interactions.

What You'll Do

• Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate activities for toddlers

• Create a nurturing classroom environment that promotes curiosity, creativity, and independence

• Support children's social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development

• Conduct ongoing observations and assessments of children's growth and progress

• Communicate regularly with families regarding milestones, achievements, and daily activities

• Maintain classroom documentation and child assessments using Teaching Strategies GOLD

• Collaborate with administrators and teaching team members

• Ensure a safe, clean, and organized learning environment

• Follow all center policies, procedures, and licensing requirements

Required Qualifications

• Associate Degree, Bachelor's Degree, CDA, or CPL Level 3 in Early Childhood Education or a related field

• Minimum of 3 years of experience working in an early childhood setting

• Thorough understanding of toddler development and age-appropriate learning practices

• Current or willingness to obtain required ODJFS certifications:

  • CPR

  • First Aid

  • Child Abuse Recognition and Prevention

  • Communicable Disease Training

• Ability to complete 20 hours of approved Step Up To Quality (SUTQ) training annually

• Strong leadership, communication, and classroom management skills

• A positive, patient, and energetic attitude

Program Standards

The ideal candidate will support and follow:

• Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) Licensing Regulations

• Early Childhood Education (ECE) Guidelines

• Step Up To Quality (SUTQ) 5-Star Standards

• Healthy Ohio Initiatives

• Teaching Strategies GOLD

• USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)

Benefits

We value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive Salary
• Flexible Scheduling
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Medical Insurance with Prescription Coverage
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Internal Transfers and Promotions
• On-Site Child Care Center
• Free Parking
• Employee Discount Opportunities

Current Opening

King David Campus

? 27100 Cedar Road, Beachwood, OH 44122

Schedule:

• Full-Time

• Monday through Friday

• No Weekends

• Paid Holidays

About Play Time Early Childhood Enrichment Center

Play Time Early Childhood Enrichment Center is committed to providing exceptional early childhood education through hands-on, play-based learning experiences. Our highly qualified teachers create rich learning environments that encourage exploration, discovery, problem-solving, and social-emotional growth while meeting each child's individual needs.

About King David

King David has built an outstanding reputation for providing exceptional care and service. Our culture is centered on empowering and inspiring our team members while making life better for those we serve.

Our core values include:

• Excellence
• Compassion
• Integrity
• Service
• Stewardship

We seek dedicated professionals who are committed to quality education, teamwork, accountability, and continuous growth.

As a tobacco-free campus, we are committed to creating a healthy and safe environment for our residents, clients, guests, and employees.

Help Little Learners Take Big Steps!

If you're ready to make a lasting impact during one of the most important stages of a child's development, we'd love to hear from you.

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