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Allegan County Resource Development Committee Inc

Toddler Teacher

Pay: $40,560/yr

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Allegan, MI (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/17/2026

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What they do

A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.

$35,480 / year median in Michigan

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

Position Title:

Toddler Teacher Reports To:

Education Supervisor /

Director of Operations Classification:

Full Time / Full Year /

Non-Exempt Status:

Variable Salary Range:

$17.00 - $22.00 per hour

Required Education and Experience:

Must meet the State of Michigan Child Care Licensing Standards for a lead caregiver and the Head Start requirements including a Child Development Associates Credential, with an Infant and Toddler Development Focus, awarded by the Council for Professional Development and have 480 hours of childcare experience. AA in Early Childhood Education or equivalent as defined by Head Start regulations is preferred. Pass pre-employment physical, TB test. Be certified in Infant/Child and Adult CPR and Basic First Aid.

Summary/Objective:

Teacher for Early Head Start is responsible for providing instructional experiences for the preschool child for adequate development in the social, emotional, physical, and educational processes. Teacher will possess knowledge and understanding of early childhood development, develop appropriate goals and objectives, and collaborate with the Co-Teacher and plan together.

Essential Functions:

Daily Activities:

Plans activities that support progress of each individual child using the designated curriculum. Assure that room arrangement meets the developmental needs of all children. Maintain a safe and sanitary indoor and outdoor environment. Implements effective classroom management strategies. Plan outcomes, transitions in classroom, and implements activities for outdoor learning environment. Other duties as assigned.

Family Partnership Family Partnership:

Plans and implements transitions from Early Head Start to Head Start or other setting. Works in partnership with the families, special education team, and management members in the development and implementation of the child's individual education plan. Actively communicates with families to ensure every child's success. Screening and assessment results are shared with families, staff, and partners. Confers with families; refer child and family concerns to appropriate partners and staff.