Associate​/Lead Toddler Teacher

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Tuition assistance

Job Summary:

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.

• Ensure the classroom is clean, organized, and free of hazards.
• Provide emotional support and a comforting presence for toddlers to feel secure and valued.

• 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.

• Observe toddlers regularly to track developmental milestones and behaviors.
• Use informal assessments to identify growth areas and adapt instruction to meet individual needs.

• Support social skill-building through group activities and guided play.
• Help children express their emotions in healthy, constructive ways.

• Provide regular updates to parents on their child’s progress and daily experiences.
• Conduct parent-teacher conferences to discuss milestones, achievements, or concerns.

• 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.

• 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.

Job Type: Full-time

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan