Toddler Teacher

Amazing Explorers Academy; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Amazing Explorers Academy seeks a dedicated Toddler Teacher in Saint Augustine, Florida, responsible for implementing the curriculum and supervising children in the classroom. The ideal candidate must have over 2 years of experience, knowledge in child development, and strong communication skills.

This full-time position offers numerous benefits, including flexible schedules, health and life insurance, as well as paid time off. Join us for an enriching teaching experience!

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a Child Care or Daycare Teacher position.
• Profound experience in child development and current education methods.
• Strong methodical and creative abilities.
• Highly professional and dependable.

Responsibilities

• Implement and supervise curriculum in the classroom.
• Maintain a clean and safe classroom environment.
• Prepare and implement classroom lesson plans.
• Communicate with parents and maintain children's developmental profiles.
• Conduct parent/teacher conferences.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Patience

Flexibility

Strong communication skills

Time management skills

Education

High school or equivalent

CDA or higher in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Certificate in first aid and CPR

Job description

About the Toddler Teacher position

The Lead Teacher is responsible for implementing the curriculum in the classroom and for the supervision and management of children in the classroom. He or she must be knowledgeable in developmentally appropriate practices to supervise assistant teachers and children in their room, ensuring activities and curriculum are adhered to as required by the Director.

Teacher Responsibilities

• Ensures that the appearance, cleanliness, and safe environment of the classroom are appropriately maintained
• Completes all academy and classroom paperwork, such as daily notes, student accident reports, and attendance reports
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, academy events, and parent meetings as requested
• Helps and supervises children during all activities
• Counsels children when social, academic, or adjustment problems arise
• Prepares and implements classroom lesson plans, programs, and schedules
• Develops, plans, and prepares instructional aids/materials for classroom activities
• Helps children with meal times and clean‑up
• Ensures that all classroom and outdoor equipment are in good working condition and are used and maintained properly
• Physically arranges the classroom into well‑defined interest areas
• Directs activities of other staff in the classroom to ensure that the classroom functions in an orderly manner
• Communicates appropriate information to parents and maintains developmental profiles for children
• Schedules and conducts parent/teacher conferences throughout the year
• Maintains family information board and other classroom bulletin boards
• Performs other duties as assigned

Infant Teacher Requirements

• 2+ years of experience of working on a Child Care or Daycare Teacher position
• Profound experience in child development and up-to-date education methods
• Good patience, flexibility, and love for children
• Strong methodical and creative abilities
• Highly professional and dependable
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Certificate in first aid and CPR
• Prefer a CDA or higher in Early Childhood Education with 45 hours training in Early Childhood Education/Child Development

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursementVision insurance

Education

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience

• Early Childhood Education: 1 year (Preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person