2 & 3's Teacher

Creekside Kids•Park City, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The 2 & 3's Teacher is responsible for creating a nurturing, responsive, and engaging learning environment that supports toddlers’ social-emotional development, emerging independence, and early learning. This role intentionally implements Pyramid Model practices and aligns with indicators measured by TPITOS/TPOT, including relationship-based care, supportive environments, intentional teaching, and individualized responses to behavior. The teacher works collaboratively with families and colleagues to promote positive outcomes for all children and to ensure a high-quality, developmentally appropriate classroom.

Requirements

CDA, Associate’s, or bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or related field (or willingness to work toward credential)
Experience working with toddlers (ages 2–3)
Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practice
Commitment to implementing Pyramid Model practices
Ability to build strong relationships with young children and families

Nice To Haves

Training or experience with the Pyramid Model and/or TPITOS
Training in conscious discipline, positive behavior support, or infant-toddler mental health
Experience using observation-based assessment tools

Responsibilities

Build warm, trusting, and responsive relationships with each child through consistent care, positive interactions, and emotional availability.
Use developmentally appropriate, respectful communication with children throughout the day.
Support children’s emotional expression and emerging self-regulation skills.
Partner with families to support continuity of care between home and school.
Design and maintain a safe, engaging, and well-organized learning environment aligned with toddlers’ developmental needs.
Establish predictable routines and schedules that support security and independence.
Use visual supports, clear expectations, and transitions to promote positive behavior.
Ensure materials are accessible, inclusive, culturally responsive, and promote exploration.
Model and teach age-appropriate social skills (e.g., turn-taking, gentle touches, problem-solving).
Use emotionally supportive strategies such as labeling feelings, coaching, and modeling calm behavior.
Embed social-emotional learning intentionally throughout daily routines and play.
Use evidence-based strategies consistent with TPITOS indicators to support peer interactions.
Observe and document children’s behavior to identify patterns, triggers, and strengths.
Respond to challenging behavior using developmentally appropriate, relationship-based, and preventative strategies.
Collaborate with supervisors, families, and support teams to implement individualized plans when necessary.
Maintain a strengths-based, non-punitive approach to behavior guidance.
Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, play-based learning experiences.
Conduct regular observations and documentation to inform instruction and individualized support.
Use data and reflection to improve teaching practices in alignment with TPITOS indicators.
Maintain accurate and timely classroom documentation.
Follow all licensing regulations, health and safety policies, and supervision requirements.
Maintain active supervision at all times.
Participate in ongoing professional development related to the Pyramid Model, social-emotional development, best practices for toddlers, health and safety, etc.
Work collaboratively and respectfully with teaching teams and leadership.