What are the responsibilities and job description for the Toddler Classroom Teacher position at Discovery Village Academy?
Discovery Village Academy in Gig Harbor is a premier early childhood education center dedicated to fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment for young learners. Located in the beautiful community of Gig Harbor, Washington, the academy offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to promote cognitive, social, and emotional development in children.
Job Overview:
We are looking for a passionate and caring Toddler Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to early childhood education and creating a supportive, inclusive and enriching learning environment for young children.
Responsibilities:
- Implement Developmentally appropriate lesson plans in collaboration with the educational team
- Sincerely love children and help them develop social competencies
- Provide individualized attention and support to toddlers in various educational activities
- Manage classroom activities, transitions, and routines effectively
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all children under care
- Engage in family partnership and meaningful conversations.
- Plan and organize creative art projects and physical activities for children
- Willingness to lead enrichment activities as needed.
- Support mealtime food distribution, monitoring, and clean-up
- Willingness to learn Childcare Management App and update it as a team.
Why choose us
- Professional development opportunities
- 50% childcare tuition discount
- Paid Time off/ Federal Holidays
- Day shift/ in-person job
- A supportive work environment with comfortable child to teacher ratios
Requirements:
- Minimum Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Early Childhood Education (12 credits) is preferred.
- At least 18 years old and have teaching experience in early education setting.
- Maintain all dcyf standards
- 30 Hours Child Care Basics certificate (must be obtained within 30 days after being hired)
- Valid food handlers permit & First Aid & CPR and Blood Borne Pathogens
- TB test results
- MMR (proof of immunity)
- First aid and CPR (current)
- Blood Borne Pathogens
- Food handlers card (current)
- Portable background check (in merit)
- Safe sleep training
- Lift up to 40 pounds
- Be able to squat, kneel, sit on floor, see, hear, speak with children to ensure children's health and safety
- Meet Discovery Village Academy’s policies and requirements
Please note that the pay scale is determined by qualifications and experience.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $16.50 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $20