Toddler Teacher

Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Toddler Teacher to join our team. As a Toddler Teacher, you will play a vital role in shaping the minds of young children and fostering their development. You will create a safe and nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. Looking for someone interested in growing their career and becoming a co-lead teacher.

Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and curriculum
- Provide a variety of learning experiences through play, art, music, and other activities
- Foster social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development in children
- Maintain a safe and clean classroom environment
- Monitor and assess each child's progress and provide feedback to parents/guardians
- Collaborate with parents/guardians to support each child's individual needs
- Communicate effectively with colleagues, parents/guardians, and other stakeholders
- Implement classroom management strategies to promote positive behavior
- Provide guidance and support to teaching assistants or aides

Qualifications:
- Minimum of a CDA or Associates Degree or Education credits preferred. We will help you earn your CDA.
- Previous experience working with toddlers
- Knowledge of early childhood development principles and best practices
- Strong classroom management skills
- Ability to create engaging lesson plans and activities
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Familiarity with special education practices is a plus
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred

Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
- Health insurance options available
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Shaping young minds can change the world. We truly believe a love of learning can last a lifetime. If you are ready and want to make a difference join our team! You will have a supportive environment with many benefits including paid time off, sick time, health insurance, employer sponsored retirement, paid professional development and growth opportunities. You also may qualify for up to $5,000 Tuition discount for your child to attend Kangaroo Kids.

The job includes curriculum planning, assessment, parent communications. Must love the outdoors and be willing to help coordinate our garden program.

You will have opportunities for career advancement and training. Kangaroo Kids has been leaders in education for 35 years! All this and you do not have to work nights or weekends or do endless paperwork and testing of young children!

Kangaroo Kids Child Care and Learning Center, located in Branchburg, NJ, was awarded #1 in America by the National Association of Child Care Professionals and is one of only 7% of schools nationwide to achieve accreditation by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. We are proud to be Leaders in Early Childhood Education Since 1991.

If you are looking for a meaningful place to work touching the hearts of children and families, Kangaroo Kids is the right place for you! Must have a warm and friendly smile and positive personality.

To apply for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $18