Daycare Teacher

The Learning Experience - Ledgewood•Roxbury Township, NJ

5d•$17•Onsite

About The Position

The Learning Experience – Ledgewood is looking for a warm, dependable, and energetic Daycare Teacher to join our team. In our toddler classrooms, children learn through exploration, movement, and hands-on play. If you enjoy supporting growth, independence, and early learning, you will thrive in this role.

Requirements

Minimum 6 months of experience working with children in a childcare, daycare, preschool, or similar setting (1 year preferred).
High school diploma or GED required.
Meets New Jersey childcare licensing requirements.

Nice To Haves

CDA or Early Childhood Education coursework is a plus (or willingness to pursue).
Understanding of developmentally appropriate practice.
CPR/First Aid preferred (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

Create and maintain a safe, caring, and developmentally supportive classroom environment for toddlers.
Use The Learning Experience’s play-based curriculum to introduce language, early social skills, motor skills, and problem-solving.
Encourage positive peer interactions and emotional development through gentle guidance and modeling.
Communicate daily with families to share routines, progress, and learning moments.
Work collaboratively with teaching teammates and center management to ensure classroom quality and regulatory compliance.
Assist with daily care routines including snacks/meals, diapering/toileting, transitions, and rest.