New Room Early Childhood Teacher (Infant/Toddler)

Nurtured Growth Childcare Center; Osage Beach (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Professional Development

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

Nurtured Growth Childcare Center in Osage Beach, MO is expanding with a new infant/toddler room and seeks a full-time Early Childhood Teacher for ages 0-2. The role runs Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM–5:30 PM, starting in December 2026 after the remodel. A high school diploma is required, with ECE study encouraged.

The team emphasizes play-based learning and strong family partnerships. We offer a supportive, faith-friendly environment with outdoor time daily and opportunities for mentorship and

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Higher education in ECE preferred.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Partner with another teacher to create a safe, fun, and engaging environment.
• Plan activities around bi-weekly learning themes.
• Support children as they reach developmental milestones.
• Communicate with families and celebrate each child's growth.
• Be a positive teammate who helps the classroom culture thrive.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Child development knowledge

Leadership and organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

ECE field study or higher education

Job description

New Room Early Childhood Teacher (Infant/Toddler)

Reference ID : 184083

Location : Osage Beach, MO

Category : Child Care Services

Job Type : Full Time

Salary : $16 to $18.50/Hr

About This Role

As of 11/3/2026 we are looking for a full time assistant teacher who will work with kids 0-2. This assistant will work 4 days a week for 10 hours shifts. We are adding an infant/toddler room to our childcare center in December 2026. The full time position would start in December when the remodel is finished. We are looking for someone with childcare experience with kids specifically under 2 years of age. We will have three total classrooms - Babies under 10 months, 10 months - 20 months, and 21 months - 30 months.

Full-Time Monday–Friday | 7:30 AM–5:30 PM

Looking for more than just a job? Join a team where your work truly matters.

At our childcare center, you'll help shape the lives of young children during the most important years of their development. Every day is an opportunity to build confidence, spark curiosity, and create meaningful connections that last a lifetime.

We're a newer center filled with natural light, supportive teammates, and incredible children and families. Our culture is built on teamwork, positivity, and the belief that when our staff feel supported, our children thrive.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Be part of a close-knit team that genuinely enjoys coming to work.
• Grow your skills through hands‑on experience, mentorship, and opportunities to take on more responsibility.
• Help plan engaging activities that support children's development and celebrate their milestones.
• Build strong relationships with families and become an important part of their child's journey.
• Enjoy daily outdoor time—we believe fresh air and nature benefit both children and teachers. Even our youngest babies go outside twice a day for walks!
• We intentionally schedule extra staff each day so teachers can take breaks, stay hydrated, and support one another. You're never expected to do it all alone.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about helping children learn and grow.
• Positive, dependable, and ready to be part of a team.
• Excited to learn, grow professionally, and make an impact.
• Someone who wants a career with purpose—not just a paycheck.

Our mission goes beyond childcare. We're working to make a lasting difference in the Osage Beach community by providing exceptional care and early learning experiences for our youngest community members. Every child deserves a strong start, and every teacher has the opportunity to change a life.

What You'll Do

What You'll Do

• Partner with another teacher in the classroom to create a safe, fun, and engaging environment.
• Plan activities around our bi‑weekly learning themes.
• Support children as they reach developmental milestones.
• Communicate with families and celebrate each child's growth.
• Be a positive teammate who contributes to a culture where everyone helps each other succeed.

Requirements

• High school diploma
• Applicants with higher education in an ECE field of study are paid for their experience and education
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Before employment begins:

• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification within 30 days of employment
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
• Complete safe sleep training before working

Physical Requirements:

• Requirements include the ability to take frequent walks, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools or controls, talk to and hear voices at many levels. May also be required to kneel, bend, squat or crawl.
• A specific vision ability will be required including the ability to see up close and up to a certain distance, to see colors, have peripheral vision and depth perception.
• Tuition Assistance
• Professional Development
• Flexible Schedule

About Us

Nurtured Growth Childcare Center is a newer center that opening July 2025. We will provide a play‑based program with focus on health and well‑being of children through physical movement, nutrition, and time spent outdoors as much as possible. We are a Christian center open to families in the Osage Beach area, both private pay and subsidy.

Minimum Education : High School or Equivalent