My Place: A Play and Learning Center Toddler Lead Teacher Watkins Glen, NY · Full time Company website

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It is our mission to be the pillar of childcare in Schuyler County by providing children and families with quality care and educational experiences.

A strong work force requires adequate child care opportunities in the community. We use a sliding fee tuition scale and accept child care subsidy so that all children have the same opportunity to quality care regardless of the family's financial status.

We provide year round care to children ages 6 weeks through 12 years of age. We believe children learn best through play. Our teaching team assures children have a wide variety of activities to keep them engaged and discover more about themselves. We also embrace helping early childhood educators grow in their careers by providing field experiences to local schools, colleges and inclusive work force development programs.

The Role - As a Toddler Lead Teacher, you will be responsible for leading a classroom of toddlers, guiding their learning experiences and ensuring their safety and well-being. You will collaborate with other educators to create a positive and engaging environment that promotes social, emotional, and cognitive development.

What You'll Do - Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans that encourage exploration and learning. - Create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment for all children. - Observe and assess each child's development and adapt activities to meet their individual needs. - Communicate effectively with parents and caregivers about their child's progress and classroom activities. - Collaborate with fellow teachers to enhance the curriculum and share best practices. - Maintain a clean and organized classroom that promotes learning and safety. - Participate in ongoing professional development to stay current with early childhood education trends and practices.

What We're Looking For - Experience working with toddlers in an educational or childcare setting. - Strong understanding of child development and early childhood education principles. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to create engaging and developmentally appropriate activities for young children. - Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for all children and families.

Nice to Have - Certification in early childhood education or related field. - First Aid and CPR certification. - Experience with curriculum development and implementation. - Bilingual skills are a plus.