Young Toddler Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Summary

We are seeking a passionate early childhood educator to join our team and lead our young toddler classroom. Our Colchester School is licensed for 40 children, with 4 classrooms, a gross motor space and 2 acres of outside space. There is also a garden and a wooden trail to explore.

In our schools we believe that each child should be celebrated and that our learning center should be an inclusive place where all children, families, staff and neighbors are welcomed, supported and recognized as full members of our community. We believe all children to be inherently worthy, knowledgeable, and we strongly believe in collaborating with families to fully support and nurture all aspects of their development.

We believe in a learning culture where students are our guides, and incorporating their ideas and questions into the classroom curriculum is not only valid but necessary. We celebrate imagination, love, curiosity, empathy, consent, and boundaries.

Our program follows an anti-bias, emergent, and play-based curriculum that fosters social-emotional development and allows children to explore and learn through hands-on experiences. You will have the opportunity to create engaging learning experiences that promote cognitive, physical, and social development, while actively promoting a culture of inclusivity and respect.

Duties

Early Childhood Educator Job Responsibilities :

• Responsible for the care, supervision and management of a class of children (age 12 - 24 months) following the goals and systems of One Arts Community Schools and play-based practice
• Coordinates and implements educational curriculum by developing activities through observation of children's interest in play, developmentally appropriate practices, and Vermont Early Learning Standards (VELS)
• Creating a classroom schedule for consistency, and moving children through various activities throughout the day such as snack time, group activities, bathroom reminders / diaper changes, lunch, nap time, outside explorations and more
• Developing caring relationships with each child by attending to their needs, interests, questions and more
• Create inviting learning environments with hands on activities that support the natural curiosity of young children
• Using a variety of learning strategies to support development across multiple domains such as reading stories, playing games, creating art pieces, building with students etc.
• Guiding children through social interactions with peers and encouraging prosocial behaviors which includes supporting students with conflict by intervening and modeling appropriate strategies for resolution such as taking turns, swapping toys, and more.
• Use positive, encouraging language with children and implement positive behavior management strategies
• Leads by example; encourages teaching team success through modeling and coaching
• Develop and maintain positive and professional relationships with families.
• Attending staff meetings, conferences and workshops
• Maintain frequent communication with parents through daily informal discussions and check ins, progress reports and parent teacher conferences.
• Identifying behavioral problems and collaborating with team members and parents to develop appropriate strategies to address them.
• Using observation and assessment tools, this position is responsible for documenting and supporting each child’s growth and learning in relation to their developmental level and the Vermont Early Learning Standards
• Assist in assuring that all center policies and state regulations are met
• Maintains accurate attendance records

Requirements

Early Childhood Educator Qualifications / Skills :

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements :

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Benefits