Job Description: Position Overview:A Toddler Caregiver is responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for toddlers aged 1-3 years in a childcare or early childhood education setting. The role involves caring for the physical, emotional, and developmental needs of toddlers, ensuring their well-being while promoting learning through play and age-appropriate activities. Key Responsibilities:1. Child Supervision: Ensure the safety and well-being of toddlers at all times, providing constant supervision and a watchful eye.2. Nutrition and Hygiene: Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks, assist with diaper changes, potty training, and maintain a clean and sanitary environment.3. Emotional Support: Offer emotional support and reassurance to toddlers, addressing their needs for comfort, attention, and affection.4. Developmental Activities: Organize and lead age-appropriate activities, including arts and crafts, storytelling, music, and playtime, to foster cognitive, social, and motor skills development.5. Communication: Maintain open and effective communication with parents and guardians, providing daily updates on a toddler's activities, routines, and any concerns.6. Safety and Emergency Procedures: Be well-versed in safety protocols, first aid, and emergency procedures, ensuring the immediate well-being of toddlers in case of accidents or medical issues.7. Behavior Management: Implement positive discipline techniques and guidance to address challenging behaviors and encourage age-appropriate behavior and social skills.8. Record Keeping: Maintain records of a toddler's daily activities, milestones, and any concerns, ensuring documentation is accurate and up-to-date.9. Professional Development: Stay current with best practices in early childhood education and attend relevant training to enhance caregiving skills.10. Teamwork: Collaborate with other caregivers and staff to create a supportive and consistent environment for toddlers.Qualifications:1. High School Diploma or equivalent; a degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is a plus.2. Previous experience in caring for toddlers or young children, preferably in a childcare or preschool setting.3. CPR and First Aid certification for infants and toddlers.4. Patience, empathy, and a genuine love for working with children.5. Strong communication skills and the ability to engage positively with parents, colleagues, and, most importantly, toddlers.6. Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate activities.7. Ability to pass required background checks and clearances.Working Conditions:Toddler Caregivers typically work in daycare centers, preschools, or in-home childcare settings. The role often involves standing, bending, lifting children, and maintaining a safe and hygienic environment. Hours may vary, including evenings and weekends, depending on the facility's operating hours. A Toddler Caregiver plays a crucial role in the early development and well-being of toddlers, setting a strong foundation for their future growth and learning. If you have a passion for working with young children and providing them with a nurturing and educational environment, this position may be a perfect fit for you

.**JJob Title: Toddler Caregiver

**Position Overview:**

A Toddler Caregiver is responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for toddlers aged 1-3 years in a childcare or early childhood education setting. The role involves caring for the physical, emotional, and developmental needs of toddlers, ensuring their well-being while promoting learning through play and age-appropriate activities.

**Key Responsibilities:**

1. **Child Supervision:** Ensure the safety and well-being of toddlers at all times, providing constant supervision and a watchful eye.

2. **Nutrition and Hygiene:** Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks, assist with diaper changes and potty training, and maintain a clean and sanitary environment.

3. **Emotional Support:** Offer emotional support and reassurance to toddlers, addressing their needs for comfort, attention, and affection.

4. **Developmental Activities:** Organize and lead age-appropriate activities, including arts and crafts, storytelling, music, and playtime, to foster cognitive, social, and motor skills development.

5. **Communication:** Maintain open and effective communication with parents and guardians, providing daily updates on a toddler's activities, routines, and any concerns.

6. **Safety and Emergency Procedures:** Be well-versed in safety protocols, first aid, and emergency procedures, ensuring the immediate well-being of toddlers in case of accidents or medical issues.

7. **Behavior Management:** Implement positive discipline techniques and guidance to address challenging behaviors and encourage age-appropriate behavior and social skills.

8. **Record Keeping:** Maintain records of a toddler's daily activities, milestones, and any concerns, ensuring documentation is accurate and up-to-date.

9. **Professional Development:** Stay current with best practices in early childhood education and attend relevant training to enhance caregiving skills.

10. **Teamwork:** Collaborate with other caregivers and staff to create a supportive and consistent environment for toddlers.

**Qualifications:**

1. High School Diploma or equivalent; a degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is a plus.

2. Previous experience caring for toddlers or young children, preferably in childcare or preschool settings.

3. CPR and First Aid certification for infants and toddlers.

4. Patience, empathy, and love for working with children.

5. Strong communication skills and the ability to engage positively with parents, colleagues, and, most importantly, toddlers.

6. Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate activities.

7. Ability to pass required background checks and clearances.

**Working Conditions:**

Toddler Caregivers typically work in daycare centers, preschools, or in-home childcare settings. The role often involves standing, bending, and lifting children, as well as maintaining a safe and hygienic environment. Hours may vary, including evenings and weekends, depending on the facility's operating hours.

A Toddler Caregiver plays a crucial role in toddlers' early development and well-being, setting a strong foundation for their future growth and learning. If you have a passion for working with young children and providing them with a nurturing and educational environment, this position may be a perfect fit for you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $9.00 - $9.50 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person