Toddler Teacher

The Learning Experience • Bristow, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Learning Experience - Bristow is hiring a caring, energetic Toddler Teacher to create engaging learning experiences and support children through developmental milestones. The teacher will help toddlers build independence, communication skills, positive relationships, and enthusiasm for learning in a safe, nurturing classroom.

The role includes implementing the L.E.A.P. Curriculum through play-based activities and supporting children's early language, social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development. The teacher will work with families and fellow teachers, observe and document children's progress, and follow Virginia childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements.

This is a full-time position with a Monday-Friday schedule in Bristow, Virginia. Compensation is $17.00-$20.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous professional experience working with toddlers in a licensed childcare, daycare, or early childhood education setting.
• Strong understanding of toddler development and developmentally appropriate teaching practices.
• Experience managing classroom routines and supporting positive behavior.
• Patient, nurturing, dependable, and enthusiastic about early childhood education.
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
• Must meet applicable Virginia childcare licensing, background screening, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences for toddlers.
• Implement The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum through play-based activities.
• Support early language, social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Engage children through sensory play, art, music, movement, and hands-on exploration.
• Encourage independence, communication, and positive peer interactions.
• Support diapering, toileting, meals, rest time, and classroom transitions.
• Use positive behavior guidance and maintain consistent classroom routines.
• Observe and document children's developmental progress.
• Build strong relationships and communicate regularly with families.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers to maintain a positive classroom environment.
• Maintain active supervision and a safe, clean, organized classroom.
• Follow Virginia childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements.

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training and development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Employee childcare discount
• Paid training and professional development
• Supportive teaching team and collaborative work environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED