Toddler Teacher (full and part time)

Brightstars; Barrington (RI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Brightstars in Barrington, Rhode Island is seeking a warm and skilled Toddler Teacher to join its early childhood community. The role involves creating a safe and joyful environment for children aged 18 months to 3 years, planning engaging play-based learning experiences, and fostering children's social-emotional and language development. Applicants should have an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field and experience with toddlers. Interested candidates can apply by submitting a resume and cover letter to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Experience working with toddlers in a group setting.
• Knowledge of child development and best practices for ages 18 months–3 years.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming, safe, and nurturing environment for toddlers.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, play-based learning experiences.
• Support children's emerging language, self-help, social-emotional, and motor skills.
• Foster curiosity, exploration, and independence through hands-on learning.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Understanding of child development

Dependable presence

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

BrightStars helps families in Rhode Island access quality child care, early learning, and school-age programs. We help child care providers learn about best practices in early learning and apply them to the care children receive. We recognize program quality and give parents information to make choices about their children’s care and education.

Program Address:
136 County Rd
Barrington
RI
02806

Position Description

We are seeking a warm, nurturing, and skilled Toddler Teacher to join our early childhood community. The Toddler Teacher creates a safe, joyful, and engaging classroom environment for children ages 18 months to 3 years old. This educator understands the importance of responsive relationships, play-based learning, and supporting children’s growing independence, language, and social-emotional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming, safe, and nurturing environment for toddlers.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, play-based learning experiences.
• Support children’s emerging language, self-help, social-emotional, and motor skills.
• Foster curiosity, exploration, and independence through hands‑on learning.
• Observe children closely and document growth, interests, and milestones.
• Guide behavior with patience, consistency, and positive redirection.
• Maintain daily routines including meals, rest, toileting/diapering, transitions, and outdoor play.
• Build trusting relationships with children and families.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding daily experiences, progress, and needs.
• Partner with colleagues to create consistency and continuity of care.
• Participate in parent conferences, classroom events, and school community activities.
• Work closely with co-teachers and support staff in a team‑oriented environment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and engaging classroom space.
• Attend faculty meetings, professional development, and trainings.
• Follow all health, safety, licensing, and school policies.
• Engage in reflective practice and ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• Experience working with toddlers in a group setting.
• Knowledge of child development and best practices for ages 18 months–3 years.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Warm, calm, and dependable presence.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter to [e-mail].