North Smithfield: Lead Toddler Teacher

Anchor Point Early Learning Academy is seeking a passionate, nurturing, and experienced Lead Toddler Teacher to join our growing team in North Smithfield, Rhode Island.At Anchor Point, we recognize that the toddler years are a remarkable period of growth, discovery, and development. Our educators create engaging, relationship-centered learning environments where children feel safe, supported, and encouraged to explore the world around them.

We are seeking a dedicated early childhood professional who is passionate about fostering curiosity, nurturing independence, and helping young children build a strong foundation for lifelong learning.

As a Lead Toddler Teacher
, you will play an essential role in shaping the daily classroom experience. You will be responsible for creating and implementing developmentally appropriate learning experiences, maintaining a safe and nurturing environment, building strong relationships with families, and guiding classroom staff to ensure the highest quality of care and education for every child.

• Supportive and collaborative school community.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Beautiful North Smithfield campus with thoughtfully designed learning environments.
• Leadership team that values innovation, teamwork, and educator growth.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact during one of the most important stages of a child's development.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A mission-driven culture focused on exceptional care, education, and family partnerships.

• Create and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lesson plans and learning experiences.
• Foster a warm, inclusive, and responsive classroom environment that supports each child's unique developmental journey.
• Observe and document children's growth, milestones, and emerging skills.
• Develop positive partnerships with families through open communication and collaboration.
• Lead daily classroom operations, including routines, transitions, and classroom management.
• Mentor and support Assistant Teachers while promoting teamwork and collaboration.
• Maintain compliance with Rhode Island licensing regulations and program standards.
• Create a classroom culture where children feel valued, confident, and inspired to learn.

• A genuine passion for early childhood education and working with toddlers.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience leading a toddler classroom in a childcare, daycare, preschool, or early learning setting.
• Ability to create meaningful learning experiences that support social-emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development.
• Positive, patient, and dependable approach to teaching and caregiving.
• Commitment to building strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• CDA, Associate's, Bachelor's degree, or relevant early childhood education experience preferred.

• Paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Opportunities for growth
• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Strong and Supportive Leadership