Toddler Teacher Fun Nest, LLC Erie, CO Job Details Part-time $20 - $23 an hour 6 hours ago Benefits Paid time off Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Qualifications Childcare CPR Certification Teamwork Interpersonal skills First Aid Certification Classroom experience Communication skills Early Childhood Education Full Job Description Job Overview Fun Nest Child Care is seeking a dedicated, reliable, and passionate Part-Time Toddler Teacher to join our early childhood education team in Erie, Colorado. Our Toddler Program serves children approximately 12 months to 3 years old in an intentionally small classroom environment. Our small-group model allows teachers to provide individualized attention, responsive caregiving, meaningful observation, and developmentally appropriate learning experiences during one of the most important stages of childhood development. We are looking for an educator who genuinely enjoys working with toddlers, values consistency and high standards, and wants to be part of a professional and supportive early learning environment.

Position Details Position:

Part-Time Toddler Teacher Location:

Fun Nest Child Care -

Erie, CO Employment Type:

Part-Time Schedule:

Schedule to be discussed

Pay:

$20-$23 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

Age Group:

Approximately 12 months-3 years

Classroom:

Small-group Toddler classroom with two teachers

Responsibilities:

• Provide a safe, nurturing, structured, and engaging classroom environment.
• Support intentional, play-based, and developmentally appropriate learning experiences for toddlers.
• Foster language development, social-emotional growth, positive behavior, motor development, and growing independence.
• Support daily routines including learning activities, outdoor play, meals, diapering/toileting, and rest.
• Maintain active supervision and follow all health, safety, sanitation, and Colorado licensing requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Communicate professionally with families and coworkers.
• Share classroom photos and updates with families as needed.
• Collaborate closely with the Lead Toddler Teacher, Director, and teaching team.
• Maintain professionalism, reliability, confidentiality, and accountability at all times.

Qualifications:

• Experience working with toddlers in a licensed early childhood setting preferred.
• Strong understanding of toddler development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Genuine passion for working with young children.
• Patient, nurturing, energetic, dependable, and emotionally responsive.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and consistent attendance.
• Comfortable with diapering, toileting, meals, outdoor play, and the physical responsibilities of working with toddlers.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Early Childhood Education.

Who We're Looking For:

This position is ideal for someone who values quality over quantity and enjoys working in a small classroom where teachers can build meaningful relationships with each child. Fun Nest is a professionally operated private early learning program with high standards for safety, education, communication, cleanliness, and consistency. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work and wants to make a meaningful impact on young children. If you are passionate about early childhood education and enjoy working with toddlers, we would love to hear from you!

Pay:

$20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Paid time off Professional development assistance

Experience:

childcare: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

CPR/First Aid (Required)

Work Location:

In person