Lead Toddler Daycare Teacher (Associate in Child Development)

Lead Toddler Daycare Teacher (Associate in Child Development) 2210 Plainfield Road, Crest Hill, IL 60403 $18.50 - $19.50 an hour - Full-time $18.50 - $19.50 an hour - Full-time About Us Tini Tots Daycare Center is dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for our youngest learners. Located in Crest Hill, we pride ourselves on a curriculum that promotes social, emotional, and cognitive growth. We are looking for a passionate educator to lead our toddler classroom and inspire a love of learning from the very start. Job Summary We are seeking a Lead Toddler Daycare Teacher who is energetic, patient, and deeply committed to early childhood development. In this role, you will be responsible for creating a welcoming classroom environment, implementing age-appropriate lesson plans, and building strong relationships with both children and their families. The ideal candidate has a strong foundational knowledge of early childhood education and a proven track record of success in a childcare setting.

Key Responsibilities Curriculum Leadership:

Design and implement daily activities and lesson plans that cater to the developmental needs of toddlers.

Classroom Management:

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment that adheres to all state licensing regulations.

Child Development:

Monitor and document the progress of each child, ensuring developmental milestones are being met and communicated to parents.

Direct Care:

Provide attentive care for toddlers, including meal times, diaper changes/toilet training, and nap schedules.

Team Collaboration:

Lead and mentor assistant teachers to ensure a cohesive and positive classroom atmosphere.

Safety:

Ensure the physical and emotional well-being of all students at all times.

Requirements Education:

Teacher must have completed classes in early childhood education .

Experience:

Previous experience in the childcare industry is required.

Certification:

Must hold an Infant Toddler Credential Level 2 .

Preferred Qualifications:

Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification or an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education Current CPR/First Aid Certification. Skills & Attributes Strong understanding of toddler behavior and developmental stages. Excellent communication skills for interacting with parents and staff. A dependable, reliable, and flexible work ethic. A positive, enthusiastic personality that creates a warm environment for children. To Apply If you are ready to make a lasting impact on the lives of our tiny tots, we want to hear from you. Please submit your resume today!

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.50 - $19.50 per hour Expected hours: 30.0 - 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Paid time off

Education:

Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

Teacher:

1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

CPR Certification (Preferred) Child Development Associate Degree (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person