Daycare Toddler Teacher

Building Blocks Early Learning Center•Avon, CT

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Babilou Family US is seeking a Certified Teacher to create a safe, nurturing, and sustainable learning environment in which children develop curiosity, confidence, and responsibility. The teacher designs and implements high-quality curriculum, guides the teaching team, and models sustainable education practices that support children’s learning and long-term well-being. The role emphasizes developmentally appropriate practice, environmental stewardship, and strong partnerships with children, families, and colleagues. The organization’s Sustainable Education® approach applies research about children’s development to daily practice, and its HONOR values are Humility, Open-Mindedness, Nurture, Ownership, and Recognition. The school operates year-round, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The teacher leads classroom routines and instruction, supervises and supports children’s development, maintains family relationships, and collaborates with colleagues on curriculum, professional development, and sustainability initiatives. Employees must complete a background check as required by the Department of Early Education and Care. The work takes place in an active classroom, with regular interaction with children, families, and colleagues and movement between indoor and outdoor learning spaces. The position requires standing and walking for up to 75 percent of the workday; frequent transitions among sitting, standing, bending, kneeling, and squatting; lifting and carrying items up to 30 pounds; sitting on the floor and participating in age-appropriate activities; and responding safely to emergencies. The environment can be noisy, dynamic, and subject to frequent interruptions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
Commitment to sustainable education practices and environmental stewardship.
Active teaching certification as required by state licensing.
Experience teaching young children in a childcare or educational setting.
Knowledge of child development, curriculum design, and classroom safety standards.
Ability to lead classroom operations and mentor support staff.
Ability to move throughout the school for prolonged periods, including standing and walking for up to 75 percent of the workday.
Ability to transition among sitting, standing, bending, kneeling, and squatting throughout the day.
Ability to safely lift, carry, and move items up to 30 pounds.
Ability to sit on the floor, engage at a child’s eye level, and participate in age-appropriate activities, including light running and outdoor play supervision.
Comfort working in a dynamic, sometimes noisy environment with frequent interruptions and movement between indoor and outdoor spaces.
Ability to respond quickly and safely in emergencies, including evacuations, drills, and urgent classroom needs.
Ability to complete a background check as required by the Department of Early Education and Care.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
Experience integrating sustainability, nature-based learning, or eco-conscious practices into classroom settings.
Specialized training in early learning curriculum, child assessment, or instructional leadership.

Responsibilities

Design and implement daily lesson plans and learning experiences aligned with developmentally appropriate practice and sustainable education principles.
Lead classroom organization and routines that promote environmental responsibility, mindful material use, and stewardship habits.
Model best practices for the teaching team and ensure high-quality instructional delivery.
Supervise children during learning activities, meals, transitions, and outdoor exploration.
Serve as a mandated reporter and recognize, document, and immediately report suspected child abuse, neglect, or endangerment in accordance with state law.
Support each child’s developmental needs through observation and documentation, using these to guide instruction and promote holistic growth.
Build trusting relationships with families through consistent and professional communication.
Lead or participate in conferences, family events, and community learning opportunities.
Maintain required certifications and participate in ongoing training, including sustainability-focused professional learning.
Collaborate with colleagues to strengthen classroom systems, curriculum implementation, and school sustainability initiatives.
Coach and support Assistant Teachers in instructional practices and environmentally responsible classroom routines.
Follow and model safety procedures and supervise children in classrooms, playgrounds, hallways, entryways, and common areas.

Benefits

Up to 50% childcare tuition discount.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance effective on the first day of employment.
Free First Stop Health membership with 24/7 access to virtual primary care, urgent care, and short-term mental health support.
401(k) retirement plan with annual discretionary employer match contribution.
Optional life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
Performance-based pay, including increases tied to certification and/or degree completion.
Career growth and professional development opportunities, including training, mentorship, and the CHILD Conference.
Generous paid time off and holiday benefits, including an annual Winter Break closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
Employee Assistance Program offering confidential mental health, financial wellness, work-life balance, and other personal support.
Employee referral bonus program.
Tuition and professional development reimbursement.
Pet insurance and other lifestyle and fringe benefit programs.