What are the responsibilities and job description for the Toddler Teacher, Lead position at UB Child Care Center?
Lead Toddler Teacher
Are you passionate about nurturing toddlers during the important stages of their development? We are seeking a caring, experienced, and dedicated Lead Toddler Teacher to join our team.
If you enjoy creating a warm, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment where toddlers can learn, grow, and thrive, we would love to hear from you!
Our center is a NAEYC-accredited and Quality Stars NY-accredited childcare program located on a university campus. We are committed to providing high-quality early childhood education while fostering a supportive and collaborative workplace for our staff.
Position Details
Position: Full-Time Lead Toddler Teacher
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Hours: 40 hours per week
Shift: 8-hour shift between 7:30 AM and 5:30 PM
Evenings/Weekends: None
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must meet one of the following:
- Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education or a directly related field
- Current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential
- Formal written education plan leading toward the required qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree with 12 credits in Early Childhood Education; or
- Bachelor's Degree plus 12 credits in Early Childhood Education; or
- Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education or a directly related field and four years of teaching experience in a child care center or other educational program serving young children
Responsibilities
- Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for toddlers.
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities that support children's growth and learning.
- Build positive relationships with children and their families.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and engaging classroom.
- Observe, document, and communicate children's developmental progress.
- Follow New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) regulations and center policies.
- Collaborate with teachers and administration to provide high-quality care and education.
Additional Qualifications
- Experience working with toddlers in a licensed childcare or early childhood setting is strongly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Reliable, dependable, and enthusiastic about working with young children.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to bend, stoop, reach, sit on the floor, and rise from the floor without assistance.
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package, including:
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k)
Join Our Team
If you're looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of toddlers while working alongside a supportive and dedicated team, we would love to hear from you!
Join us in providing exceptional care and education to our youngest learners!