ECE Infant/Toddler Teacher

Location: Longmont, CO
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: $16.00–$25.00 per hour (based on experience, qualifications, and PDIS Level)

Join our team and help build strong foundations for lifelong learning—one child at a time.

About TLC Learning Center

At TLC Learning Center, we believe every child deserves a nurturing, inclusive environment where they can learn, grow, and thrive. As an Infant/Toddler Teacher, you'll play an essential role in supporting children from infancy through age three by creating meaningful learning experiences while partnering with families and a collaborative team of educators and therapists.

What You'll Do

• Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment for infants and toddlers.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities that support cognitive, language, social-emotional, physical, and adaptive development.
• Support daily routines including feeding, diapering, toileting, naps, transitions, and outdoor play.
• Observe, assess, and document children's developmental progress using Teaching Strategies GOLD.
• Collaborate with therapists and other professionals to support individualized goals and inclusive classroom practices.
• Build positive relationships and maintain regular communication with families regarding their child's development and daily activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom that meets Colorado licensing and health and safety standards.
• Follow lesson plans and classroom routines while adapting activities to meet the individual needs of each child.
• Participate in staff meetings, coaching, professional development, and PDIS-required training.
• Maintain accurate attendance, classroom documentation, and required records.
• Support parent conferences and family engagement opportunities throughout the year.
• Serve as a positive ambassador for TLC Learning Center during community and family events.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience working with infants, toddlers, or young children in an educational or childcare setting.
• CPR and First Aid Certification, or willingness to obtain upon hire.
• Basic computer skills, including email, online training platforms, and electronic documentation.
• Ability to obtain or maintain a Colorado Early Childhood Professional Credential.
• Ability to successfully complete fingerprinting, background checks, and a physical examination in accordance with Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC) requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, or a related field.
• One or more years of experience in a licensed infant or toddler classroom.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP), Pyramid Plus, and inclusive early childhood education.
• Experience partnering with families and working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication, organizational, and classroom management skills.

Physical Requirements

• Lift, carry, and move children and classroom materials up to 40 pounds.
• Sit on the floor, bend, kneel, squat, reach, and move throughout the classroom and playground.
• Respond quickly to children's physical and emotional needs.
• Work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Maintain classroom cleanliness and sanitation according to health and safety standards.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience and PDIS Level
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (50% employer-paid employee premium)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match
• Employer-paid Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Time Off beginning on your first day
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Meaningful work making a lasting impact on young children and their families

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you currently have a Colorado Early Childhood Professional Credential or PDIS Level? If yes, what is your PDIS level?
• At TLC Learning Center, our greatest reward is the impact we make on children and families. What motivates you most in your work as an early childhood educator?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Childcare: 2 years (Required)
• Classroom: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPR/ First Aid (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Longmont, CO 80501 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $25