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Daycare Teacher

Barnyard Daycare
Spencer, IN Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 9/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/9/2027

Overview

Join our vibrant early childhood education team as a Daycare Teacher, where your passion for nurturing young minds will help shape the future! In this rewarding role, you will create a safe, engaging, and educational environment for children in our care. Your enthusiasm and expertise will inspire curiosity, foster development, and promote a love of learning from the earliest ages. We are committed to supporting your growth as an educator while ensuring every child receives the highest quality care and instruction.

Duties

  • Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum plans that promote literacy, math skills, physical activity, and social-emotional development.
  • Provide attentive toddler care and preschool instruction that encourages exploration and independence.
  • Manage classroom behavior through positive reinforcement techniques and effective classroom management strategies.
  • Communicate regularly with parents to share progress, address concerns, and foster strong partnerships in child welfare.
  • Conduct child development assessments to tailor educational activities to individual needs, including special education and early intervention strategies.
  • Ensure compliance with mandated reporting laws and maintain accurate documentation of daily activities and incidents.
  • Lead engaging lessons in physical education, literacy education, and other foundational subjects to support comprehensive childhood development.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience working with children in a daycare or preschool setting, demonstrating strong classroom experience.
  • Knowledge of childhood development principles, early childhood education best practices, and behavior management techniques.
  • Familiarity with curriculum development, lesson planning, and teaching physical education or tutoring young children.
  • Certification in first aid and CPR is required to ensure safety at all times.
  • Excellent communication skills for effective parent communication and team collaboration.
  • Experience working with children with special needs or in early intervention programs is a plus.
  • Ability to adhere to mandated reporting laws and maintain a nurturing environment that prioritizes child welfare.

Join us in making a meaningful difference in children's lives by fostering their growth through innovative teaching methods and compassionate care!

Pay: $13.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

Salary : $13

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