Lead Toddler Teacher

UB Child Care Center; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

UB Child Care Center on a university campus in Buffalo, NY, is hiring a Lead Toddler Teacher for a full-time, in-person role. The position emphasizes a nurturing, engaging classroom that supports toddler development and compliance with NYS childcare regulations.

The ideal candidate has an Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a CDA, strong classroom management, and experience with toddlers. Benefits include health, dental, vision, PTO and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or CDA required or higher qualifications preferred as listed in the job ad.
• Experience with toddlers and strong classroom management.
• Commitment to NYS childcare regulations and center policies.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities to promote toddler development.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Supervise and guide staff to maintain a positive learning environment.
• Maintain professional communication with parents and coworkers.
• Follow NYS childcare regulations and center policies.
• Maintain classroom cleanliness, organization, and documentation.
• Support children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.

Skills

Early childhood education

Classroom management

Experience with toddlers

Parent communication

Education

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA credential

Bachelor’s degree with ECE credits

Bachelor’s degree + 12 ECE credits

Associate degree + 4 years teaching experience

Job description

Lead Toddler Teacher – Full-Time

Pay: $20.00–$22.00 per hour

We are seeking a dedicated, nurturing, and enthusiastic Lead Toddler Teacher to join our childcare center located on a university campus. Our center offers a friendly, supportive work environment and is NAEYC accredited and participates in Quality Stars.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for early childhood education, strong classroom management skills, and experience working with toddlers.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• An Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a directly related field OR
• A current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree including at least 12 credits in Early Childhood Education OR
• A Bachelor’s degree plus 12 credits in Early Childhood Education OR
• An Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a directly related field AND four years of teaching experience in a childcare center or related educational program for young children.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate activities that promote toddler development.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Supervise and guide classroom staff to ensure a positive learning environment.
• Maintain positive, professional communication with parents and coworkers.
• Follow all NYS childcare regulations and center policies.
• Maintain classroom cleanliness, organization, and required documentation.
• Support children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.

Schedule

• Full-Time: 40 hours per week
• Monday–Friday
• 8-hour shift scheduled between 7:00 AM and 5:30 PM
• Must be available to work any assigned 8-hour shift within these hours.
• No evenings or weekends.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting pay: $20.00–$22.00 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) retirement plan

Physical Requirements

• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, sit on the floor, and rise from the floor without adult assistance.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to actively supervise and engage with young children throughout the day.

Join Our Team!

If you are a dependable, caring early childhood professional who enjoys helping toddlers learn, grow, and thrive,

Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: $20.00–$22.00 per hour
Work Location: In person