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Third Street Alliance
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.
$38,130 / year median in Pennsylvania
+3% projected growth
Job Description
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position Title:
Toddler Teacher Reporting To:
Center Director Employee Classification:
Non-Exempt SUMMARY:
The Toddler Teacher is responsible for working as a team player in, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day-to-day activities of our toddler classroom. Strong understanding of children's cognitive, social, emotional and physical development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. Must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns.JOB TYPE
Full-time with benefitsSALARY:
Starting at a minimum of $19 per hourLICENSE/CERTIFICATION
- Minimum Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification (Required)
EDUCATION
- Associate Degree (Preferred)
EXPERIENCE
Childcare:
2 years (Required)OTHER INFORMATION
- Must clear full background check
- Must pass health screening
- Must be able to lift at least 30 lb. weight.
- Must be able to climb and descend stairs.
- Must be able to move around a classroom for gross motor exercise with the children and to monitor the safety of all students in the classroom, standing for long periods throughout the day.