Young Toddler Teacher

Benefits:

Competitive salary Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Bonus based on performance Training & development Free food & snacks Opportunity for advancement Once Upon a Childcare is looking for a Young Toddler Teacher to join our team! Pay starts between $17.00 - $18.00 based on education and experience. On-going pay raises for all employees are awarded based on meeting program standards and expectations. If you are a good fit for our program, we love to promote and help all our teaching staff grow! Career advancement is always available, and we are willing to assist.

Responsibilities:

Develop a fun and creative lesson plan suitable for children between 12-24 months of age Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, etc.) to teach children Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (identify shapes, numbers, colors, art, etc...). Track children's progress and report to parents Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children's background and psyche. Collaborate with other educators. Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards.

Desired Skills and Experience:

Experience working in a licensed childcare facility Child development courses through an accredited college and/or EQIT/Pyramid Plus courses are a plus! Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational methods Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms Excellent communication and instructional skills Ability to act as a mediator between children Cool-tempered, friendly, and reliable Certification in child CPR or willingness to obtain

Benefits:

Paid time off Sick Pay Holiday pay