Toddler Teacher

The Tiny Tim Center, Inc.; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

TLC Learning Center in Norwalk, CT is seeking a Preschool Teacher with a true passion for working with children and building up young minds. The ideal candidate will nurture children, implement emergent/constructivist curriculum, and collaborate with families to support growth in a warm, vibrant classroom.

This position is for the toddler class; potty training experience is required. The school is a Christian, gospel-believing environment, emphasizing biblical principles and love of Jesus, with

Qualifications

• Must have 12 ECE units or equivalent (Title 22 licensing).
• Experience in preschool teaching required.
• Potty training experience required; compensation incentive offered.

Responsibilities

• Instruct preschool-aged children to promote intellectual and creative growth.
• Create a fun and safe learning environment.
• Develop schedules and routines for physical activity, rest and playtime.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with students and parents.
• Communicate with parents on students' growth and progress.
• Maintain health and safety of all students.
• Potty train toddlers.

Skills

Patience

Creativity

Communication

Empathy

Childcare experience

Education

High school diploma

Early Childhood Education degree preferred

12 ECE units

Job description

We are looking to bring in a new Preschool Teacher with a true passion for working with children and building up young minds!

The person right for this job will have a true loving and nurturing heart for children, as well as the ability to plan and implement emergent/constructivist curriculum and extracurricular activities. The individual we are looking for will exude warmth, vibrancy, and have an aptitude for devising creative methods for learning, as well as be able to work well with others. Our core mission and goal is to provide the best loving care, and excellence in education. In order to fulfill this mission, you must show a mastery of utilizing methods for teaching, and genuinely care about their growth and development. You must hold qualities of patience, consistency, reliability, flexibility, and care at all times.

This is a position for the toddler class, and potty training experience is required. (We offer potty training compensation incentive)

We are a Christian, gospel believing school, and teach based from biblical principles, while instilling in our children the love of Jesus.

12 Core Early Childhood Education units or their equivalents (according to child care licensing Title 22 regulations) are required. (As according to licensing requirements through Community Care Licensing Division.) This section is non-negotiable as it is a state minimum requirement, and important in order to provide a standard of care according to the education. Experience working in a Preschool setting is required.

Required education:

High school or equivalent

A degree in Early Childhood Education is highly preferred. 12 units/credit hours of Early Childhood Education courses or equivalent education courses. (These requirements are non‑negotiable as it is a regulation by the State of California Department of Social Services under Title 22 of the Code of Regulations)

Responsibilities:

• Instruct preschool-aged children in activities designed to promote intellectual and creative growth
• Create a fun and safe learning environment
• Develop schedules and routines to ensure adequate physical activity, rest, and playtime
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with students and parents
• Communicate with parents on students' growth and progress
• Maintain the health and safety of all students
• Potty training toddlers.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in childcare, teaching, or other related fields
• Passionate about working with children
• Ability to build rapport with children
• Positive and patient demeanor
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Job Types: Full-time

TLC Learning Center is a diverse place where children of all different ethnic backgrounds, nationalities, and cultures come together, learn about each other, and learn to work together by finding our place in the community we live in.

Holistic & Guided

Our teachers expert plan and guide each child in hands-on learning, using their senses and the scientific method of creating and testing theories.

Personal & Individualized

We facilitate children to express themselves, focusing on their gifting, strengths, and their intellectual and emotional abilities.

Open & Creative

Children are encouraged to learn through self-discovery with imaginative and open-ended resources.