Waddlers Lead Teacher

**Overview** **Age Group: 12–18 Months | Maximum Class Size: 5 Children** We are seeking a nurturing, dependable, and enthusiastic **Waddler Lead Teacher** to provide high-quality care and early learning experiences for children ages 12 to 18 months. This full-time position is responsible for creating a safe, loving, and developmentally appropriate classroom where each child feels secure, supported, and encouraged to explore the world around them. Our waddler classroom has a maximum of **5 children**, allowing the lead teacher to provide individualized attention, build strong relationships, and support each child's unique developmental needs. **Responsibilities include:** * Provide attentive, responsive, and loving care to children ages 12–18 months. * Plan and implement age-appropriate activities that encourage sensory exploration, language development, early social skills, movement, and independence. * Maintain a clean, safe, organized, and engaging classroom environment. * Support daily routines, including diapering, feeding, naps, handwashing, and transitions. * Encourage developmental milestones such as walking, communicating, self-feeding, and exploring independently. * Build positive, trusting relationships with children and their families. * Communicate regularly with parents about children's daily activities, progress, and needs. * Observe and document developmental progress and individual milestones. * Follow all health, safety, sanitation, and childcare licensing requirements. * Maintain consistent supervision and ensure the safety and well-being of every child. * Collaborate with assistant teachers and center leadership to maintain a positive classroom environment. **Qualifications:** * Experience working with infants and toddlers preferred. * A genuine love for working with young children and supporting their development. * Patience, dependability, strong communication skills, and a nurturing attitude. * Ability to meet childcare licensing requirements, including required background checks and yearly training. * Current CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain certification as required. * Ability to meet the physical demands of caring for toddlers, including lifting, bending, sitting on the floor, and actively engaging with children. **Position Details:** * **Schedule:** Full-time, Monday - Friday. 8 AM - 5 PM. * **Classroom:** Waddlers, ages 12–18 months * **Maximum enrollment:** 5 children max * **Focus:** Individualized care, early development, safety, and nurturing relationships We are looking for a teacher who understands that every small milestone is a big accomplishment and who is passionate about helping young children learn, grow, and thrive in a warm, supportive environment. Pay: $13.00 - $14.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week Benefits: * Employee discount * Health insurance * Paid time off * Professional development assistance Work Location: In person