Toddler Teacher

Commonpoint • Little Neck, NY

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Commonpoint is hiring a lead toddler teacher in its Early Childhood Department at the Samuel Field Center. The teacher will create curriculum and manage the classroom environment while caring for and educating babies and toddlers with differing personalities and needs. The role reports directly to the Director of the Early Childhood Center. The position is full-time, in person, and based at 58-20 Little Neck Parkway, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. It is a union position.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• One of the stated education pathways: an associate degree (AA or AS) in early childhood education or a Child Development Associate (CDA) certification with a study plan leading to an associate degree in early childhood education within 7 years; or a high school diploma or GED, nine college credits in early childhood, two years of experience caring for children, and a study plan leading to an associate degree in early childhood within 7 years.
• Meet annual professional development requirements set by the Department of Health.
• Complete a background check, including fingerprinting, and a health examination.
• Have a passion for working with babies and toddlers; be patient, nurturing, and thoughtful; have good communication skills; and maintain discretion around children's records.
• Be able to bend to a child's level, lift at least 40 pounds, and spend extended periods sitting on the floor.
• Consistently arrive prepared, follow through on responsibilities, and meet expectations within established timelines.
• Respond effectively to changing priorities, learn new tasks quickly, and apply feedback to improve performance.
• Adhere to safety protocols, policies, and ethical standards and represent the agency professionally.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education.
• Associate's or bachelor's degree in early childhood education.
• CPR certification and training.

Responsibilities

• Support agency initiatives by completing assigned duties accurately and efficiently and following established processes.
• Contribute to basic data collection, reporting, or documentation as required.
• Use agency resources responsibly, safeguard equipment and materials, and support cost-effective operations.
• Communicate and work effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and cross-department teams.
• Follow safety protocols and procedures and promptly report concerns or incidents.
• Supervise children and ensure their safety and well-being.
• Plan and facilitate age-appropriate activities and play.
• Support children's social-emotional development and positive behavior.
• Manage meals, snacks, bathroom routines, and transitions.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and engaging classroom environment.
• Follow attendance and authorized pickup procedures.
• Communicate with families and collaborate with staff.
• Follow center policies and safety regulations.
• Create curriculum and manage the classroom environment.

Benefits

• Competitive base salaries benchmarked against comparable nonprofit organizations in the New York metropolitan area.
• Salary decisions are based on internal and external equity, position scope, qualifications, and organizational impact; offers follow established salary bands and are not subject to negotiation. New hires typically start near the beginning of the range, with opportunity for growth based on performance, professional development, and tenure.

What This Job Offers

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