Toddler Teacher: Nurture Growth & Curious Minds

Merryhill-School-8; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays and sick days

401k plan with company match

Tuition discounts for your children

Professional development

Education reimbursement and insights/—

Job summary

Merryhill School in Sacramento is seeking a Toddler Teacher to nurture growth and curiosity in our youngest learners. You’ll plan age-appropriate activities and maintain a warm, structured classroom that promotes security and independence.

Collaborating with fellow educators and school leaders, you’ll align instructional practices with licensing standards, communicate daily with parents, and keep the classroom safe, organized, and welcoming for families.

Qualifications

• 12 semester units in Early Childhood Education, including coursework in child development.
• Experience working with toddlers in a licensed child care setting preferred.
• Strong communication with families.

Responsibilities

• Plan age-appropriate curriculum focused on sensory exploration, early language, and motor development.
• Foster a consistent daily routine that supports toddlers’ need for structure and security.
• Encourage independence through guided, responsive caregiving and purposeful play.
• Collaborate with fellow educators and school leadership to align practices and care standards.
• Communicate daily with parents through updates and informal check-ins.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom aligned with licensing standards.

Skills

Patience

Nurturing instincts

Family communication

Education

12 semester units in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Merryhill School in Sacramento is seeking a Toddler Teacher to nurture growth and curiosity in our youngest learners. You’ll plan age-appropriate activities and maintain a warm, structured classroom that promotes security and independence.

Collaborating with fellow educators and school leaders, you’ll align instructional practices with licensing standards, communicate daily with parents, and keep the classroom safe, organized, and welcoming for families.