Lead Toddler Teacher at Coddington Learning Center

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWe are a small childcare facility that is able to provide big center opportunities in a home like environment. We are looking to add a full-time Toddler Teacher to our team! The hours would be Monday through Friday 7:15 until 4:15 with a 1 hour lunch break. Our center participates in Rooted In Relationships to help promote the development of healthy social skills as well as Step Up to Quality. (Step 3)Pay will be based on level of education and experience in Early Childhood EducationMust pass Background Checks as required by the State of NEResponsibilities and DutiesFollow the program scheduleCreate and carry out activity plansEmploy a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media, etc.) to teach childrenObserve each child to help them improve their social skills and build self-esteemEncourage children to interact with each other positivelyCommunicate with parents regularlyMaintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standardsMaintain a safe environment for the childrenTeaching the children by modeling expected behavior for the children in the classroom Playing and interacting with the children.Complete 24 hours of in-service yearly. (CLC would pay for these in-service hours)Qualifications and SkillsHigh School Diploma or equivalentExcellent understanding of the principles of child development and educational methodsFamiliarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classroomsExcellent communication and instructional skillsCool-tempered, friendly, and reliableA balance between a creative mind and a practical understanding.Preferred:A minimum of 1500 clock hours in a group childcare settingCDA or Early Childhood Education coursesCompany Benefits and PerksEmployee discountPaid time offProfessional development assistanceTuition reimbursement through the T.E.A.C.H programE04JI800ta7p4085mv6