Lead Two-Year-Old Teacher

The Learning Experience - Zephyrhills, FL• Zephyrhills, FL

8h•$18 - $20

About The Position

The Lead Two-Year-Old Teacher leads a classroom of two-year-olds, creating a safe, structured, nurturing, and engaging environment that supports children’s individual developmental needs. The role calls for a patient, confident educator with a strong understanding of toddler development, classroom management, and the diverse learning, behavioral, sensory, and communication needs of young children. The teacher establishes daily routines and expectations, guides assistant teachers, implements an age-appropriate curriculum, and adapts activities for different learning styles and developmental abilities. The role also includes observing children’s progress, communicating professionally with families and administration, and meeting applicable Florida DCF licensing, classroom ratio, health, and safety requirements.

Requirements

At least 2–3 years of experience working specifically with toddlers or two-year-olds in a licensed childcare setting.
Strong understanding of toddler language, social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development milestones.
Experience managing challenging toddler behaviors using positive, developmentally appropriate strategies.
Ability to recognize and support children with diverse learning and developmental needs.
Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
Patience, emotional maturity, flexibility, and ability to remain calm under pressure.
Ability to lead a classroom independently while collaborating with assistant teachers and administration.
Ability to meet applicable Florida DCF childcare personnel and training requirements.

Nice To Haves

CDA, associate's, or bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
Previous experience as a Lead Toddler Teacher.
Experience supporting children with developmental delays, speech delays, sensory differences, or behavioral challenges.
Knowledge of positive behavior support, inclusive classroom practices, and early intervention strategies.
Familiarity with Florida Early Learning and Developmental Standards.

Responsibilities

Lead a classroom of two-year-olds with patience, consistency, and confidence.
Establish structured daily routines, clear expectations, and positive classroom management strategies.
Guide and support assistant teachers in maintaining a safe, organized, and engaging classroom.
Create an environment that encourages independence, social skills, and emotional development.
Recognize and respond appropriately to diverse developmental, sensory, communication, and behavioral needs.
Use positive guidance, redirection, and developmentally appropriate strategies to manage challenging behaviors.
Support children with emerging language skills, separation anxiety, emotional regulation, and social interactions.
Observe developmental progress and communicate concerns professionally with administration and families.
Implement the curriculum through engaging, age-appropriate activities and adapt them to different learning styles and developmental abilities.
Maintain consistent communication with families regarding children's progress and daily experiences.
Ensure compliance with Florida DCF licensing requirements, classroom ratios, and health and safety standards.