Toddler Educator- Holly Street Daycare

Summary

About Us:

We are a licensed childcare center dedicated to providing a warm, nurturing, and enriching environment for young children. Our team is passionate about early childhood education and committed to helping every child thrive socially, emotionally, physically, and cognitively. We are currently seeking a dedicated and energetic Toddler Educator to join our team and support the development of children ages 12 months to 36 months.

Duties

Position Summary:

The Toddler Educator plays a vital role in supporting a developmentally appropriate, safe, and engaging learning environment. This position involves planning and implementing daily activities, building strong relationships with children and families, and working closely with a team of educators to ensure a high-quality early learning experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create a nurturing and responsive environment for toddlers
• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities that support early learning and development
• Maintain daily routines and classroom management strategies
• Promote social-emotional growth through positive guidance and interaction
• Ensure a clean, safe, and organized classroom
• Communicate effectively with families regarding their child’s day, development, and needs
• Collaborate with co-teachers and leadership to uphold center policies and maintain licensing standards

Requirements

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; CDA or degree in Early Childhood Education preferred
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and meet physical demands of working with young children
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Background check and fingerprinting required in accordance with state licensing

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with toddlers in a licensed childcare setting
• Strong understanding of toddler development and age-appropriate practices

Benefits

Paid Training & Development: Training hours count as paid time. We support ongoing education and cover the cost of required training.

Paid Time Off & Holidays: PTO offered and paid holidays, including Christmas and Thanksgiving.

Health Insurance: Health insurance available after 30 days of employment through Blue Cross Blue Shield.

Consistent Schedule & Breaks: Efforts made to provide morning and afternoon breaks and a supportive daily routine.

Collaborative Work Environment: Friendly, respectful team with clear policies and open communication

About Us

Holly Street Daycare is a childcare center serving children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. We are seeking fun and energetic teachers that are willing to learn early childhood development and share with our children. We love kids and we love what we do! We have a wonderful team! We look forward to hearing from you.