Lead Toddler Teacher; Ages 12

Lead Toddler Teacher (Ages 12– 18 Months)

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Kids in Motion Academy is seeking a nurturing and dependable Lead Teacher for our Toddler One classroom (ages 12 – 18 months). This full‑time role is ideal for an experienced early childhood professional who understands the developmental needs of young toddlers and can create a calm, engaging, and structured environment. The Lead Teacher will be responsible for implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum, supporting social‑emotional growth, and partnering with families to ensure a smooth and loving daily experience for each child.

• Lead the daily classroom routine for children ages 12–18 months
• Implement age‑appropriate lessons and sensory‑based activities
• Support social‑emotional development through nurturing interactions
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment
• Supervise and guide assistant teachers in the classroom
• Communicate with parents daily through Brightwheel
• Ensure proper diapering, feeding, and hygiene practices
• Observe and document developmental milestones
• Follow licensing regulations, center policies, and health/safety procedures

• Must be 18 years or older
• CDA in Infant/Toddler Care or higher (TCC, Associate’s, or Bachelor’s preferred)
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with children under 2 years old in a licensed child care setting
• Must pass a DECAL fingerprint background check and health screening
• CPR and First Aid certified (or willing to obtain before start date)
• Strong understanding of toddler development and positive behavior guidance
• Ability to lift 30–40 lbs, sit on the floor, and engage in active play
• Reliable, professional, and committed to maintaining a safe, loving classroom
• Comfortable using Brightwheel or willing to learn

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
• Experience leading a toddler classroom independently
• Familiarity with Brightwheel or similar classroom management/parent communication tools
• Knowledge of Quality Rated standards and GELDS (Georgia Early Learning and Development Standards)
• Bilingual (Spanish, French, or ASL)
• Training in Conscious Discipline
  , Love and Logic, or similar positive guidance approaches
• Experience working in inclusive classrooms or with children with developmental delays

• Supportive, family‑oriented team environment
• Paid professional development and training days
• Holiday pay (after 90‑day probation)
• Sick time and unpaid personal days
• Discounted child care (where available)
• Classroom curriculum and supplies provided
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Staff appreciation events and team‑building activities
• Participation in Quality Rated improvement program

At Kids in Motion, our goal is to provide them with a well‑equipped and ready environment to become lifelong learners who respect themselves, others, and their environment. We carefully prepared an environment that will enable them to grow freely and become loving, independent, respectful, compassionate human beings with a desire for learning. We strive for greatness by developing social skills that will challenge the child to learn and work together.

• To develop in each child love and respect toward God, toward themselves, and toward others
• To build a place where children can thrive
• To inspire academic excellence
• To instill a desire and love for learning

• To develop the overall potential of the child
• To build strong relationships with our children and their families
• To continuously improve the school
• To nurture the creativity, spiritual curiosity, and imagination of every child

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

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