What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Toddler Teacher position at Appletree Preschool?
Preschool Assistant Toddler Teacher
We are looking for a dynamic Toddler Teacher with early childhood development preschool teaching experience and excellent classroom skills (M-F 8:30am - 5:30pm). The ideal candidate will be motivated and prepared to become a key member of our growing team.
Responsibilities and Duties
Key Job Responsibilities/ Essential Functions for Toddler Teachers:
- Energetic engagement and communication with individual children while teaching
- Interact frequently and respectfully with children and parents/guardians
- Create and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans based on our curriculum and learning goals to prepare children for Kindergarten
- Create a dynamic, fun, creative, and interactive classroom experience
- Regular and consistent parent/guardian communication in person and in writing electronically
- Follow all safety and health rules
- Keep the environment safe, clean and attractive.
- Participate actively with the teaching team through communication
- Positive and participative team player with fellow teachers, director, and owners
Qualifications and Skills
Minimum Qualifications/ Requirements:
- 1 year prior experience in a licensed childcare setting
- Superior skills in creating a dynamic, interactive classroom experience
- CPR & First Aid and Food Safety Certifications (Preferred)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $15.92 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Are you comfortable working specifically with toddlers (approximately 18 months–2.5 years old)?
- Are you able to meet the physical requirements of a toddler classroom, including sitting on the floor, bending, standing for extended periods, and lifting children when necessary?
- Are you comfortable assisting with all aspects of toddler care, including diapering, toileting, feeding, cleaning, and classroom sanitation?
- Are you available to work Monday through Friday, 8:30AM - 5:30PM?
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16