Toddler Teacher

Zucker-Jewish-Academy-of-Las-Vegas; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health insurance subsidy

Competitive salary

Welcoming environment

Job summary

Zucker-Jewish-Academy-of-Las-Vegas is seeking a lead teacher for a toddler (18-24 months) classroom in a busy preschool. This full-time role emphasizes guiding development through a provided curriculum and fostering a warm, safe learning environment.

The ideal candidate communicates clearly in English, collaborates with assistants, and maintains daily family communications. NV-DOE certification is preferred, with training offered as needed.

Qualifications

• Must communicate effectively in English, both spoken and written.
• Physical ability to care for toddlers, including lifting, diapering, and daily care.
• Currently certified to provide early childhood education with the Nevada Department of Education, or able to complete required training before start.
• Experience with young children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement curriculum with engaging, developmentally appropriate activities.
• Provide basic care: feeding, diapering, and comforting toddlers.
• Maintain clean, safe, organized classroom; monitor safety and health protocols.
• Communicate with parents about daily activities, milestones, concerns via Brightwheel.
• Collaborate with assistants and staff to create a positive, cohesive learning environment.

Skills

English communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

Nevada ECE certification

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.