Associate Toddler Teacher

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Newton Learning Center is looking for a passionate and dedicated Toddler Teacher to join our growing educational team. In this vital role, you'll help create a nurturing and stimulating environment that supports the social, emotional, and cognitive development of our youngest learners. We're seeking someone who brings patience, creativity, and a deep commitment to early childhood education—someone who sees the magic in helping toddlers explore, grow, and thrive.

• Create a Safe and Nurturing Environment:
  Ensure the classroom is clean, organized, and free of hazards. Provide emotional support and a comforting presence for toddlers to feel secure and valued.
• Plan and Implement Developmental
  
  Activities:
  
  Design and deliver age-appropriate, play-based lesson plans focused on cognitive, physical, and emotional development. Use fun, interactive methods to promote curiosity and creativity in young learners.
• Monitor and Assess Development:
  Observe toddlers regularly to track developmental milestones and behaviors. Use informal assessments to identify growth areas and adapt instruction to meet individual needs.
• Encourage Social and Emotional Growth:
  Support social skill-building through group activities and guided play. Help children express their emotions in healthy, constructive ways.
• Engage Families and Foster Communication:
  Provide regular updates to parents on their child’s progress and daily experiences. Conduct parent-teacher conferences to discuss milestones, achievements, or concerns.
• Collaborate and Grow Professionally:
  Participate in ongoing professional development and stay current with best practices in early childhood education. Work closely with fellow educators to ensure a consistent and supportive learning environment.
• Manage the Classroom Environment:
  Establish and maintain a predictable, balanced routine that supports learning and comfort. Use positive guidance techniques to encourage appropriate behavior and resolve conflicts constructively.

• Previous experience working with toddlers in an educational or childcare setting is highly desirable.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working with children, families, and colleagues.
• A creative, playful approach to teaching with the ability to adapt to diverse learning needs.