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Toddler Teacher

The Goddard School
The Goddard School Salary
Montclair, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 4/1/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/30/2025
Job Summary: We are seeking a dedicated, passionate, and experienced Toddler Teacher to join our team. As a Toddler Teacher, you will be responsible for creating a nurturing, stimulating, and safe environment that supports the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of young children. Your role will involve implementing an age-appropriate curriculum, managing classroom behavior, and fostering a love for learning and exploration in toddlers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Implement dynamic, engaging lesson plans that align with the early childhood curriculum
  • Provide a variety of interactive and hands-on learning experiences through play, storytelling, sensory activities, arts and crafts, music, movement, and more
  • Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment where all children feel valued and respected
  • Monitor, document, and assess each child's progress, using observation and assessment tools, and provide detailed feedback to parents and caregivers
  • Collaborate with fellow teachers and staff to create a cohesive, well-rounded educational program
  • Use effective classroom management and positive reinforcement techniques to promote positive behaviors
  • Offer individualized attention to children who may require additional support or early intervention
  • Maintain accurate and organized records of student attendance, development milestones, and progress reports
  • Communicate regularly and effectively with parents or guardians to discuss their child's growth, milestones, and any concerns


Benefits: We offer competitive compensation based on qualifications and experience. This is a full-time position with benefits, including:

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Retirement plans


Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Strong early literacy and language development skills to encourage verbal and cognitive growth in young children
  • Proficiency in classroom behavior management and positive guidance techniques
  • Previous experience working with toddlers in a childcare, preschool, or early education setting
  • Solid knowledge of early childhood development, age-appropriate teaching methods, and best practices
  • Ability to create and deliver an engaging and developmentally appropriate curriculum that supports physical, cognitive, social, and emotional growth
  • Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with children, parents, and staff
  • CPR and First Aid certification (preferred) but will get you certified if need be


If you are passionate about early childhood education and are committed to helping toddlers thrive in a fun and engaging learning environment, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume.

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