Toddler Teacher

The Toddler Teacher is responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for toddlers. This role supports children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development by implementing age-appropriate activities, maintaining consistent routines, and providing positive guidance. The Toddler Teacher works collaboratively with other classroom staff and communicates regularly with families and school leadership to ensure the well-being and growth of each child.

Implement age-appropriate lesson plans and classroom activities aligned with toddler developmental milestones

Create a warm, engaging classroom environment that encourages exploration and learning

Support consistent classroom routines, transitions, and daily schedules

Use positive guidance and redirection techniques to support appropriate behavior

Observe and document each child’s development and progress

Maintain accurate classroom records including attendance and daily reports

Ensure classroom materials, toys, and equipment are clean, safe, and developmentally appropriate

Sanitize toys, learning materials, and classroom surfaces regularly according to health guidelines

Communicate with parents and caregivers regarding children’s activities, progress, and needs

Provide constant supervision to ensure children’s safety at all times

Support toddlers with basic care needs including diapering/toileting, handwashing, feeding, and rest time

Maintain safe classroom environments and follow all health and safety protocols

Respond appropriately and promptly to accidents, injuries, or emergencies

Maintain a calm, patient, and responsive approach to toddler behavior

Work collaboratively with Lead Teachers, Assistant Teachers, and other staff

Support classroom organization, schedules, and daily operations

Foster a respectful and positive team environment

Share observations and updates with classroom staff to support consistent care

Communicate classroom needs, concerns, and updates with school leadership

Participate in required trainings, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities

Maintain required documentation and reports in a timely manner

Follow all center policies, procedures, and licensing requirements

Perform other duties as assigned by the Director or Assistant Director

The Toddler Teacher must have knowledge in the following areas:

Toddler growth and developmental milestones

Early childhood education best practices

Health, safety, and supervision standards for young children

The Toddler Teacher must demonstrate the following skills:

Effective classroom management and teaching skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Organizational and time-management abilities

Ability to collaborate with a classroom team

The Toddler Teacher must demonstrate the following attributes:

Patient, nurturing, and dependable

Professional and ethical in conduct

Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment

Respectful, compassionate, and consistent in interactions with children and families