Toddler Teacher

Small Wonders Too Licensed Learning Center; Spokane Valley (WA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Scholarships for education

Job summary

Small Wonders Too Licensed Learning Center is seeking a dedicated educator to create a caring, safe learning environment for children. You will implement developmentally appropriate activities, observe progress, and maintain strong communication with parents while supporting a positive classroom culture.

This role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to state regulations, and ongoing professional development, including pursuing an Early Childhood Education Certificate with available scholarships.

Qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• Strong understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Infant/child CPR and First-Aid certification.
• Must clear full background check.
• Must pass health screening (TB).
• Washington State Food Handlers certification.
• Proof of MMR vaccine.
• High School diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement curriculum with developmentally appropriate activities.
• Actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
• Observe and document children's interests and progress; communicate with parents.
• Follow center policies and state regulations; maintain records.
• Work toward an Early Childhood Education Certificate within 5 years (scholarships available).

Skills

Communication skills

Understanding of child development

Leadership

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Working towards Early Childhood Education Certificate

Tools

CPR certification

First-Aid certification

Basic computer skills

Job description

Create a caring and safe learning environment for children. Must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment. Teachers must understand children's cognitive, social, emotional and physical development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. Assist the staff in implementing a quality educational program and in developing positive relationships with the children and their parents. Observe and document children's interests and progress and communicating with parents. Teachers are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children’s interests and needs.

What You'll Do

• Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practice and early learning standards that actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
• Actively engage in activities, manage cleanliness, and

communicate the availability of classroom materials.

• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal

discussions and Parent Engagement app.

• Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling
• Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to childcare

center

• Follow all center policies and state regulations
• Maintain accurate records and forms
• Work towards an Early Childhood Education Certificate within 5 years (Scholarships are available)

Requirements

Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills

A strong understanding of child development

Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Infant/child CPR and First-Aid certification

Must clear full background check

Must pass health screening (TB)

Provide Washington State Food Handlers certification

Provide proof of MMR vaccine

Provide High School diploma or GED

• Are you interested in receiving your Early childhood degree?
• Child Care Aware of Washington Scholarship program supports early learning professionals by providing financial assistance for education and training. These scholarships are designed to help childcare providers improve their knowledge, qualifications, and professional skills, strengthening the quality of teaching and childcare services across Washington state.

Minimum Education : High School or Equivalent