Toddler Teacher

We’re Hiring! Toddler Teacher (Full-Time)
Love little learners? Come grow with us!

We’re looking for energetic, caring Preschool/Toddler Teachers to join our team! If you enjoy creativity, laughter, and making a difference in young children’s lives, this is the job for you

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Pay: $18.00 – $23.75/hour (based on experience)

CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

• Create a safe, loving, and fun environment for toddlers
• Plan simple, creative weekly activities that spark curiosity
• Encourage learning through play, exploration, and new experiences
• Keep a watchful eye on children to ensure their safety at all times
• Help with snacks, meals, and daily routines
• Keep the classroom clean, organized, and engaging
• Support children’s emotional and physical needs
• Take kids outside for fresh air and active play

PARENT ENGAGEMENT

• Share daily updates through our parent app
• Build positive, respectful relationships with families
• Participate in conferences when needed
• Keep children’s information safe and confidential
• Know about classroom allergies and chronic conditions
• Record and report all incidents and accidents
• Report inappropriate behavior or parent complaints to the Director
• Report suspected child abuse or neglect as required by law
• Ensure all children’s needs are met at all times

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED
• 18 years old
• Experience working with children (1 year preferred)
• EEC Certification (required)
• CPR & First Aid Certification
• Coursework in Child Growth & Development (or willingness to obtain)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position is in a childcare center that operates from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm Monday through Friday. This position may require additional work hours. Classroom assignment and scheduled hours are subject to change. Employees may be asked to report or to remain at work during adverse weather conditions. When required to report to work under these circumstances, the employee is expected to use sound judgment with respect to maintaining personal safety given his/her individual circumstances, but to also make a substantial good faith effort to reach the work site in a timely manner. Attends monthly staff meetings and professional development day trainings. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position. Time off requests must be in writing at least 2 weeks in advance of the request. Respectful interactions with children, parents and co-workers

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. These requirements are representative, but not all-inclusive of the knowledge, skill, and ability required performing this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Standing: 20% to 25% of the time
• Sitting: 50-80% of the time
• Walking: 20% to 25% of the time
• Running: 10%-15% of the time
• Skipping: 1% - 2% of the time
• Hopping: 1%-2% of the time
• Balancing: 20% to 25% of the time
• Stooping: 5% to 10% of the time
• Kneeling: 5% to 10% of the time.
• Crouching: 5% to 10% of the time.
• Reaching/working overhead/grasping: 10% to 15% of the time
• Climbing: 1% to 2% of the time
• Pushing: 10-20 pounds, 5% to 10% of the time
• Pulling: 10-20 pounds, 5% to 10% of the time
• Lifting/carrying: 10-20 pounds, 60%-70% of the time, up to 75lbs 10% of the time
• Bending: 75% of the time
• Pinching: 1%-2% of the time
• Twisting: 2%-3% of the time
• Using hands and arms in handling: 50-60% of the time
• Positioning and moving and manipulating items: 50%-60-% of the time
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 75 pounds.

PROFESSIONALISM

• Speaks and models appropriate language
• Follows dress code
• On time, regular attendance
• Collaborates with parents, admin and co-workers

SKILLS

• Active Listening: giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Social Perceptiveness: being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react the way they do.
• Service Orientation: actively looking for ways to help people, speaking to others to convey information effectively.
• Critical Thinking: using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusion or approaches to problems. Possess good judgment and decision-making skills, complex problem-solving skills and time management skills, managing one’s own time and the time of others.

OTHER DUTIES

Please keep in mind that the above job description is meant to be a guidance and does not list in detail all of the job responsibilities of the Teacher. This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of this position, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties. Responsibilities, tasks, and duties of individual jobholders may vary from the above description. Other duties, as assigned by the jobholder’s supervisor may also be required. Bright Futures Early Learning Center reserves the right to redefine position descriptions, as necessary. Bright Futures Early Learning Center believes that each of our employees makes a significant contribution to the success of the organization and our clients. This position description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope, but an employee’s contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. It is Bright Future’s expectation that each employee will offer assistance whenever necessary to ensure the success of the organization’s endeavors.