Teacher- Toddler

NurturEd; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401k

13 holidays

Child care discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Medical insurance

Dental

Vision

Flexible spending account

Professional development

Job summary

NurturEd in Rhode Island is seeking a Lead Teacher to join our early childhood team. You will work with Teacher Assistants to create a safe, healthy, structured, and nurturing learning environment, guiding children through reading, play and discovery.

The role emphasizes partnering with families, curriculum development, and involvement in accreditation and quality initiatives. We offer training, benefits and a path to professional growth, with 1–3 years of experience in this age group preferred.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience working with children in this age group
• Warm, friendly demeanor
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Organized with ability to multi-task
• Team-oriented and collaborative
• Leadership/management skills

Responsibilities

• Assist with creating a safe, nurturing environment alongside Teacher Assistants.
• Oversee, develop, and coordinate curriculum and assessments.
• Engage children in learning through reading, play, and discovery.
• Partner with families to support children’s development.
• Support accreditation processes and quality initiatives.

Skills

Warm demeanor

Verbal communication

Written communication

Reliability

Organized

Team leadership

Education

Associate’s degree or higher in ECE

High school diploma + college credits in ECE

Job description

Description

Learn. Teach. Repeat. Be the Team. Deliver Excellence. We strive to be leaders in providing an educational and nurturing environment.

Job Type

Full-time

This is a full time opportunity. Full time hours are typically 35 to 37 hours/week. All employees are eligible for benefits at 30 hours/week.

A Typical Day For a Lead Teacher Will Include

• Working alongside the Teacher Assistants to create a safe, healthy, structured, and nurturing environment.
• Engaging with children in learning - reading, playing, and having fun!
• Inspiring children to be lifelong learners.
• Partnering with families to nurture and care for their children.
• Showcasing your tech savvy skills by using an electronic daily tracking app.
• Assisting with the accreditation process as well as other quality initiatives.
• Overseeing, developing, implementing, and coordinating curriculum and assessments.

Learn more about us at www.nurturedelc.com

Why You'll Love Us

We invite you to join our growing community of teachers and hope you'll find a rewarding and fulfilling career with us.

We Offer The Following Perks And Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• 401k with company match
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Child Care Discounts
• College Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical (Healthcare Benefits), Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Training/Professional Development opportunities

Our learning centers are open between the hours of 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Monday - Friday. We have locations across Rhode Island.

Requirements

We are willing to train the right person! Our ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of experience working with children in this age group.

We are looking for someone who has the following skills:

• A personal demeanor that is warm and friendly.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Organized and able to prioritize and multi-task.
• Team-oriented and willing to work with others.
• Management / leadership skills

Education Requirements

• College credits, Associate’s degree, or higher in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• Minimum of High school diploma (or equivalent) with college credits in Early Childhood Education or related field required.
• We will train the right person and offer opportunities to gain a degree or college credits!

Certifications/Experience

• At least 1 year working with children in this age group.
• At least 1 year working in an early learning/child care setting preferred.
• Rhode Island Early Learning and Development Standards (RIELDS) certification preferred.
• Knowledge of Teaching Strategies and/or Conscious Discipline preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Able to engage in physical exercise with children (walking, running, crawling, bending, twisting).
• Visual and hearing acuity.
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds.

Other Qualifications

• 21 years of age or older
• Able to read, write, speak and understand English, bilingual encouraged to apply.
• Must pass national criminal background/fingerprints check.
• Must pass Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) Clearance Request (CPS).

We hope you will join our team!

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At EdCentral, we work as a team with EnhancEd, EnrichEd, and NurturEd - the new names for Therapeutic Child Care Services, Kids Klub, and Dr. Day Care.

Salary Description

$17-$23 an hour based on education