Lead Toddler Teacher

Our Nestlé Purina Child Development Center location is looking for multiple

LeadToddler teachers.

Join an experienced and committed team made up of early childhood professionals in a NAEYC-accredited early childhood centerlocatedon Purina’s campus in downtown St. Louis! Enjoy the amenities of the Purina campus including walking trails, Starbucks, Full-Service Cafeteria, The Store (+Discount), and more.

When joining our team, you will bring yourexpertiseand design lesson plans based on Project Construct in a play-based curriculum, while interacting with children and families. You will implement family-style dining and help promote a safe environment where children can be happy and active learners. Be part ofa great teamand help make a difference in a young child's life. We are seeking a nurturing, experienced teacher who brings energy and creativity to work every day to join the Nestlé Purina Child Development Center team.

Work with children in a one-on-one and group setting through meaningful, hands-on learning activities

Prepare and design weekly lesson plans that are developmentallyappropriateand differentiated for all skill levels and student interests

Design and execute math, literacy, and science learning activities that allow students the opportunity to communicate orally and in writing

Use daily mealtimes with the class as a method to incorporate learning and social skills

Build schedules and routines for thestudents

Strategically plan the curriculum to target areas related to child development such as social, motor, and language skills

Proactively communicate expectations, criteria for assessment, student progress, and students’ strengths and opportunities to parents and students

Promote and model a positive and respectful learning environment that focuses on positive redirection

Establish trust and bond with the children and families in which you will serve

Maintain a safe and healthy classroom by following all center health and safety guidelines and rules

Demonstratehigh standards of professionalism and ethics

High School Diploma or equivalent andat least 1of the following:

Associate's degree in early childhood education or related field

CDA Certification

2+ years of experience working in early childhood

Health, Vision, and Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off + Holidays (including extended days off at end of year)

Yearly Bonuses

Access to Nestlé Purina’s campus and amenities (walking trails, Starbucks, Full-Service Cafeteria, and The Store (+Discount)

Associates are eligible forchildcaretuition discounts

Salary:

Starting at $18/Hr

Minimum Education:

High School or Equivalent

Job Type:Full Time

Category:

Education/Training

Location:

St. Louis, MO

Employer is Downtown Children’s Center (DCC)