What are the responsibilities and job description for the Creative Toddler Educator position at Dipody Doo Child Learning & Development?
We are looking for qualified Toddler Teachers whose passion is to prepare children for Preschool by easing them into a more organized environment. You will teach them important elements that they will assist them as they enter preschool life. A toddler teacher must have a great love and patience for children. Qualifications needed to teach them effectively include knowledge of best practices and toddler educational methods as well as the ability to engage them and earn their trust and attention. The goal is to contribute to the healthy, mental, and emotional development of the child so they can more easily acclimate in the next level of education.
Responsibilities
- Develop a careful and creative program suitable for toddler children
- Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, art, music, etc.) to teach children
- Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem
- Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional issues using words, not hands or other parts of their bodies.
- Introduce children to identify shapes and colors.
- Encourage healthy eating habits and allow a safe and quiet rest period
- Track children’s progress and report to parents
- Communicate with parents regularly on Brightwheel, regarding diapering, meals, rest, and overall day
- Collaborate with other educators
- Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards
Skills
- Proven experience as a Toddler Teacher
- Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and toddler educational methods
- Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms
- Excellent communication and instructional skills
- Cool-tempered, friendly and reliable
- Certification in child CPR and First Aid
- Certified by EEC
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,760.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- West Brookfield, MA 01585 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- West Brookfield, MA 01585: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40,000 - $45,760