Lead Toddler Teacher

UB Child Care Center•Buffalo, NY

1d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a warm, dependable, and experienced Lead Toddler Teacher to join our early childhood education team. This is a great opportunity for an educator who enjoys working with toddlers, understands their unique developmental needs, and is confident leading a classroom while creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment. Our center is NAEYC accredited and Quality Stars accredited and is located on a university campus. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality care and education while maintaining a friendly, supportive atmosphere for both children and staff.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field with at least one year of experience caring for infants and/or toddlers
Infant/Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) or other recognized infant/toddler credential with the required related experience
Child Development Associate (CDA) with at least two years of experience caring for children, including at least one year working with infants or toddlers
Nine college credits in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field, along with the required experience and a formal written plan of study leading toward an approved credential or Associate's degree
Experienced and comfortable working with toddlers in a professional child care setting
Patient, nurturing, dependable, and enthusiastic
Knowledgeable about toddler development and developmentally appropriate practices
Able to confidently lead a classroom and provide direction to supporting staff
Organized and able to manage classroom routines, lesson planning, and required documentation
A strong communicator who works well with children, families, coworkers, and administration
Reliable and committed to maintaining a positive and professional work environment

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field
Previous lead-teacher experience

Responsibilities

Create a warm, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment
Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences and activities
Develop weekly lesson plans that support children's social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development
Maintain a consistent classroom schedule and daily routine
Provide attentive supervision and ensure the health and safety of all children
Lead and work collaboratively with assistant teachers and other classroom staff
Communicate professionally and positively with families regarding their child's day, development, and classroom experiences
Complete required classroom documentation, observations, incident reports, and other records
Follow all NYS OCFS child care regulations, center policies, and accreditation standards
Maintain a clean, organized, welcoming classroom
Assist children with meals, diapering/toileting, rest time, transitions, and other daily care routines
Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development