Twos Teacher

The Goddard School of Montclair, NJ; Montclair (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development and training

Retirement plans

Job summary

The Goddard School of Montclair, NJ is seeking a dedicated Two's Teacher to nurture and guide toddler development. You will implement an age-appropriate curriculum, support social, emotional, and cognitive growth, and create a safe, engaging classroom through play, storytelling, and hands-on activities.

Collaborating with fellow teachers and staff, you will monitor progress, communicate with families, maintain records, and uphold high standards of care.

Qualifications

• Strong early literacy and language development skills.
• Proficiency in classroom behavior management and positive guidance.
• Experience with toddlers in childcare/preschool/early education.
• Knowledge of early childhood development and age-appropriate methods.
• Ability to deliver an engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Excellent communication with children, parents, and staff.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Implement dynamic, engaging lesson plans aligned with the early childhood curriculum.
• Provide hands-on learning experiences through play, storytelling, sensory activities, arts and crafts, music, and movement.
• Foster a positive, inclusive classroom where all children feel valued and respected.
• Monitor and assess each child's progress using observations and feedback to parents.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and staff to create a cohesive educational program.
• Use classroom management and positive reinforcement to promote good behaviors.
• Offer individualized attention to children needing extra support or early intervention.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, milestones, and progress reports.

Skills

Early literacy

Classroom management

Toddler experience

Curriculum development

Communication skills

CPR/First Aid (certification preferred

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Job Summary: We are seeking a dedicated, passionate, and experienced Two's Teacher to join our team. As a Two's Teacher, you will be responsible for creating a nurturing, stimulating, and safe environment that supports the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of young children. Your role will involve implementing an age-appropriate curriculum, managing classroom behavior, and fostering a love for learning and exploration in toddlers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement dynamic, engaging lesson plans that align with the early childhood curriculum
• Provide a variety of interactive and hands-on learning experiences through play, storytelling, sensory activities, arts and crafts, music, movement, and more
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment where all children feel valued and respected
• Monitor, document, and assess each child's progress, using observation and assessment tools, and provide detailed feedback to parents and caregivers
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and staff to create a cohesive, well-rounded educational program
• Use effective classroom management and positive reinforcement techniques to promote positive behaviors
• Offer individualized attention to children who may require additional support or early intervention
• Maintain accurate and organized records of student attendance, development milestones, and progress reports
• Communicate regularly and effectively with parents or guardians to discuss their child's growth, milestones, and any concerns

Benefits:

We offer competitive compensation based on qualifications and experience. This is a full-time position with benefits, including:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Retirement plans

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong early literacy and language development skills to encourage verbal and cognitive growth in young children
• Proficiency in classroom behavior management and positive guidance techniques
• Previous experience working with toddlers in a childcare, preschool, or early education setting
• Solid knowledge of early childhood development, age-appropriate teaching methods, and best practices
• Ability to create and deliver an engaging and developmentally appropriate curriculum that supports physical, cognitive, social, and emotional growth
• Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with children, parents, and staff
• CPR and First Aid certification (preferred) but will get you certified if need be

Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.