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Toddler Classroom Teacher I: Early Head Start

Pay: $41,656/yr

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Oneonta, NY (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/4/2026

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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.

$39,705 / year median in New York

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

Toddler Classroom Teacher I:

Early Head Start Head Start is seeking a creative, organized individual to join our teaching team in meeting the physical, cognitive, and social/emotional needs of toddlers enrolled in the Early Head Start center-based program. As a Classroom Teacher I you will: Work with the Classroom Teacher II to develop, coordinate, and implement daily lesson plans, classroom activities, and outreach events Guide children as they learn new skills including feeding, toileting, and self-care Foster a welcoming and safe learning environment that promotes safe exploration for children and encourages parents to be active participants in their child's education Assist in supervision of classroom teaching staff, volunteers, and support management in ensuring compliance with day care licensing and Head Start Performance Standards This is a year-round position.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in early childhood or a related field with a focus on infant and toddler development; one year of experience in an early childhood program; valid, unrestricted New York State driver's license and reliable transportation. Click here to view full

Job Description Pay Range Guide:

Standard Start Rate•education and experience meet job requirements Advanced Start Rate•education and experience exceed job requirements (subject to approval)

Pay Range:

$19.00•$20.90 per hour