Toddler Lead

Toddler Lead Teacher

Job Summary:

Join our vibrant early childhood education team at Beanstalk Academy as a Toddler Lead Teacher, where your passion for nurturing young minds will thrive. As a key member of our team, you will create a warm, engaging environment tailored to the developmental needs of infants and toddlers, fostering growth in literacy, social skills, and emotional well-being.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum that promotes early literacy, math skills, physical development, and social-emotional learning tailored to infants and toddlers

• Create a safe, nurturing classroom environment that encourages exploration, independence, and positive behavior management

• Plan engaging lesson activities that support childhood development milestones and incorporate Montessori or other educational philosophies as appropriate

• Provide attentive toddler care by monitoring health, hygiene, nutrition, and safety standards in compliance with childcare regulations

• Manage classroom routines including diapering, feeding, nap times, and transition activities with patience and consistency

• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians about each child's progress, behavioral updates, and developmental milestones

• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure classroom management strategies are effective and aligned with early intervention practices for children needing additional support

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required;
  Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or currently pursuing

• Prior classroom experience working with infants and toddlers in licensed childcare centers or preschool settings is highly preferred

• Strong knowledge of childhood development principles, behavior management techniques, and early intervention strategies

• Experience in curriculum development focused on literacy education, sensory activities, and physical education for young children

• Familiarity with standardized testing methods used to assess early learning outcomes is a plus

• Demonstrated ability to manage classroom dynamics effectively while maintaining a positive learning environment

• Background in special education or working with children requiring additional support enhances your candidacy

• Excellent communication skills to foster collaborative relationships with families and team members committed to child welfare

Work Location:

Our Toddler Lead Teacher will work from our location in Brooklyn, New York
, providing a safe and nurturing environment for infants and toddlers.

Grow Tall With Us at Beanstalk Academy, a leading, full-service child care and early education provider with 10+ locations in the Bronx and Brooklyn. Enjoy a competitive salary of $19 - $21 HOURLY and a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our young students.