Two Year Old Educator

Summary

Toddler Educator – 2-Year-Old Classroom

Little Feathers Learning Center is seeking a nurturing, energetic, and passionate educator to join our toddler team. Our 2-year-old classroom focuses on supporting independence, emotional development, early communication, and safe exploration through play-based learning.

The ideal candidate is patient, attentive, and deeply committed to creating a warm, secure environment where children feel seen, supported, and encouraged to grow. This role includes guiding daily routines, supporting social-emotional development, introducing early learning concepts, and partnering with families to provide consistent, loving care.

If you have a heart for early childhood, enjoy working with curious little learners, and value positive guidance and meaningful connection, we would love to welcome you into our Little Feather family.

Duties

Duties & Responsibilities – Toddler Educator (2-Year-Old Classroom)

• Provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment that supports each child’s physical, emotional, and developmental needs
• Implement developmentally appropriate, play-based activities that encourage language development, social skills, and early learning
• Support daily routines including meals, rest, diapering, toileting, and transitions with patience and positive guidance
• Partner with families to encourage developmentally appropriate potty learning, following each child’s readiness and center policies
• Foster independence, confidence, and emotional regulation through gentle guidance and modeling
• Maintain accurate daily documentation and communication with families through Kangarootime (updates, photos, notes)
• Observe and assess children’s development and share progress with leadership and families as needed
• Uphold health, safety, and licensing standards at all times
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting classroom environment
• Collaborate respectfully with team members to support a positive, cohesive classroom culture

Requirements

Requirements & Qualifications – Toddler Educator (2-Year-Old Classroom)

• High school diploma or equivalent required (Early Childhood Education coursework or CDA preferred)
• Must meet all Nevada licensing and background check requirements
• Previous experience working with toddlers (1–3 years) in a licensed childcare or early learning environment preferred
• Strong understanding of developmentally appropriate practices for toddlers, including social-emotional development and early independence
• Ability to provide consistent, positive guidance and create a calm, nurturing classroom environment
• Comfortable supporting potty learning in a developmentally appropriate way in partnership with families
• Effective communication skills and ability to build respectful, professional relationships with families and team members
• Physically able to meet the demands of working with young children (lifting, bending, active engagement)
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to maintaining a safe, clean, and organized classroom
• Willingness to participate in ongoing professional development and training

Benefits

Benefits of Joining Little Feathers Learning Center

• Supportive, values-driven work environment that prioritizes respect, positivity, and teamwork
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact during a critical stage of early childhood development
• Accumulated Paid Time Off (PTO) that grows with your time and commitment
• Rest / Mental Health Days to support work-life balance and overall well-being
• Approximately 16 paid days off per year (including rest/mental days, and applicable holidays)
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Career growth within a growing, community-centered learning center
• Discounted childcare for eligible staff families (if applicable)
• Paid training and required certifications (as applicable)
• Consistent scheduling within a nurturing, well-structured program
• Collaborative leadership that values educator input and recognizes dedication
• Work in a thoughtfully designed environment aligned with whole-child development