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Visionary Academy Prep
Toddler Teacher
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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.
$34,383 / year median in Missouri
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Overview Join our vibrant early childhood education team as a Preschool Daycare Teacher, here at Tendercare learning center where your passion for nurturing young minds will inspire growth, curiosity, and confidence in children. In this dynamic role, you will create a safe, engaging, and educational environment that promotes developmental milestones and fosters a love of learning. Your expertise will help shape the foundational skills that children carry into their future academic journeys, all while working in a supportive and energetic setting that values innovation and compassion. Duties Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum plans that incorporate literacy education, math, physical education, and Montessori methods to support holistic child development. Manage classroom activities to ensure a positive, inclusive atmosphere conducive to learning and social interaction. Utilize classroom management techniques to maintain discipline and encourage cooperative behavior among children. Communicate regularly with parents about their child's progress, behavior, and developmental milestones through meetings and written updates. Conduct assessments aligned with early childhood education standards and standardized testing protocols to monitor each child's growth. Incorporate special education strategies and early intervention techniques to support children with diverse learning needs. Ensure compliance with mandated reporting laws, health and safety regulations such as first aid and CPR certification, and childcare licensing requirements. Experience Proven experience working with children in a daycare or preschool setting, demonstrating strong classroom experience and child development instruction skills. Background in curriculum development with knowledge of early childhood education principles, including Montessori methods and literacy education. Familiarity with behavior management strategies, classroom management best practices, and working with students of various developmental stages such as toddlers and preschoolers. Experience teaching physical education activities, math concepts, or tutoring young learners is highly desirable. Prior involvement in private school or daycare environments is preferred; experience with childhood welfare programs is a plus. Excellent communication skills for parent interaction and team collaboration; ability to follow mandated reporting laws diligently. Must be a team player