Daycare Teacher

**Overview** Join our vibrant early childhood education team as a Daycare Teacher, where your passion for nurturing young minds will help shape the future! In this rewarding role, you will create a safe, engaging, and educational environment for children in our care. Your enthusiasm and expertise will inspire curiosity, support developmental milestones, and foster a love of learning from the earliest ages. We are committed to providing a positive work atmosphere that encourages growth, creativity, and meaningful connections with children and families alike. **Duties** * Develop and implement age\-appropriate curricula that promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development in young children. * Lead daily activities including storytelling, arts and crafts, physical play, and early literacy exercises to stimulate learning and engagement. * Manage classroom behavior using positive reinforcement techniques to maintain a respectful and safe environment. * Communicate regularly with parents or guardians about their child's progress, behavior, and any concerns to foster strong home\-school partnerships. * Ensure compliance with all mandated reporting laws by accurately documenting incidents or concerns related to child welfare. * Maintain cleanliness and safety standards within the classroom, including proper storage of materials and adherence to health protocols such as first aid and CPR procedures. * Collaborate with colleagues on lesson planning, special education needs, early intervention strategies, and classroom management techniques to enhance educational outcomes. **Skills** * Extensive experience working with children across various age groups, especially toddlers and preschoolers. * Strong knowledge of childhood development principles, curriculum development, and early childhood education best practices. * Ability to manage classroom dynamics effectively through behavior management strategies and classroom management skills. * Excellent communication skills for engaging with children, parents, colleagues, and external specialists such as special education professionals. * Proficiency in lesson planning tailored to developmental stages including literacy education, math concepts, physical education activities, and standardized testing preparation when appropriate. * Familiarity with mandated reporting laws related to child welfare issues and experience implementing health and safety protocols like first aid and CPR certification. * Experience working in daycare settings or private preschools is highly desirable; knowledge of childhood development theories is essential. Embark on a fulfilling career where your dedication makes a lasting impact! We provide ongoing training opportunities to enhance your teaching skills in early childhood education while supporting your professional growth every step of the way. Pay: $12\.00 \- $13\.50 per hour Expected hours: 25\.0 – 40\.0 per week Benefits: * Employee discount Work Location: In person