Early Childhood - Toddler Teacher

Summary

Starksboro Cooperative Preschool

Starksboro Cooperative Preschool is seeking a caring, energetic Toddler Teacher to join our team beginning in early 2026. We’re a small, play-based cooperative program with deep community roots, serving local families since 1974. Our classrooms are filled with exploration, outdoor play, art, music, and discovery.

The Toddler Teacher will lead a small group of children ages 2½ to 3½, supporting their growth through play, routine, and nurturing relationships.

The ideal candidate:

·       Loves working with young children and values a play-based approach

·       Brings warmth, patience, and creativity to the classroom

·       Enjoys working closely with families in a cooperative setting

·       Has experience or education in early childhood (or is working toward it)

This is a full-time position with competitive pay, paid time off, and a collaborative, supportive environment.

Come be part of a school that’s been growing community and curiosity for over 50 years!

Duties

• Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards
• Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.
• Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
• Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
• Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records, forms and files.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of professional child care experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must clear full background check, including fingerprinting
• Requirements include the ability to take frequent walks, use hands and fingers, talk to and hear voices at many levels. May also be required to kneel, bend, squat or crawl.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

Associates or Bachelors Degree, especially in Early Childhood Education

Benefits

Paid Time Off, Vacation and Holiday Pay, Professional Development Allowance