Toddler Teacher

Zucker-Jewish-Academy-of-Las-Vegas; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Subsidized health insurance

Job summary

Zucker-Jewish Academy of Las Vegas is seeking a full-time lead teacher for a toddler (18-24 months) classroom in our busy preschool. You will implement a provided curriculum and provide basic care while fostering a safe, engaging learning environment.

The ideal candidate has NV ECE certification or is willing to complete training before start, strong English communication with families, and a collaborative, team-focused approach to ensure consistent learning.

Qualifications

• Must communicate effectively in spoken and written English with colleagues and parents.
• Must have physical ability to care for toddlers (lifting, carrying, diapering as needed).
• Solid understanding of toddler/preschool developmental stages.
• Patient, calm, and flexible attitude.
• Currently certified to provide early childhood education with Nevada Education Department or able to complete training before start.

Responsibilities

• Implement a provided curriculum with developmentally appropriate activities.
• Provide basic care including feeding and diapering.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized classroom and monitor safety at all times.
• Communicate daily with parents via Brightwheel about activities and milestones.
• Collaborate with assistants and staff to create a positive, cohesive learning environment.

Skills

English proficiency

Lifting ability

Patience & flexibility

Team leadership

Education

Nevada ECE certification

Tools

Brightwheel

Job description

This is a full-time position as the lead teacher in a toddler (18-24 months) classroom of a busy preschool.

Benefits include PTO, subsidized health insurance, a competitive salary, and a warm, welcoming working environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Implementing a provided curriculum of engaging and developmentally appropriate activities that encourage exploration and learning.

• Providing basic care, including feeding, diapering, and comforting toddlers.

• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment, and monitoring the children's safety at all times, includingfollowing childcare licensing protocols and allergy, health & hygiene protocols.

• Maintaining open communication with parents regarding their child's daily activities, milestones, progress, and any concerns, via our childcare software (Brightwheel). Identifying any special needs or developmental delays, and communicating with parents about any concerns with professionality and confidentiality.

• Collaboration with assistants, other teachers, and staff, as a "team player" and leader who creates a positive environment in the classroom and ensures a cohesive and consistent learning experience for the children.

Requirements include:

• The ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written English with colleagues and parents

• The physical abilities to care for small children, including lifting, carrying, and diapering them as necessary

• A deep understanding of the developmental stages of toddlers and preschoolers

• A patient, calm, and flexible attitude

• Currently certified to provide early childhood education with the Nevada Department of Education, OR ability to complete the required training before the start of the position

The ideal candidate will have several years of experience working with young children, a positive and collaborative outlook, and a deep sense of responsibility and love for the children in her care.