Lead Toddler Teacher- F/T
About This Role
This Lead Toddler Teacher- F/T opportunity at Kiddie Academy of Upper Freehold serves Infant / Toddler (0–2) and requires no formal credential — just relevant experience. Based in Allentown Borough, NJ, candidates bring experience in early childhood education and development.
Kiddie Academy of Upper Freehold is located in Allentown, NJ, providing educational childcare to the surrounding communities. We are seeking a qualified, passionate team member to teach of our two-year-old students. The ideal candidate will be available Monday through Friday with flexibility to work between the hours of 7 am to 6 pm. Most importantly, we are seeking someone who has a true love of working with two-year-olds, has knowledge of the development stages and curricular goals, and who can multitask and delegate in what can sometimes be a high energy environment.
What You'll Do
- Ensures that the physical, social and emotional needs of the children are met daily.
- Ensures all policies and procedures to keep the children healthy and safe are being implemented.
- Creates activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration and problem solving appropriate to the developmental levels and learning styles of children through well-defined interest areas.
- Assists and supervises children during all activities.
- Ensures that appearance, cleanliness and safe environment of classroom are appropriately maintained
- Completes all Academy and classroom paperwork: for example, daily notes, student accident reports, attendance reports.
- Attends and participates in staff meetings, Academy events and parent meetings, as requested.
- Prepares and implements classroom lesson plans, programs and schedules.
- Develops, plans and prepares instructional aids and/or materials for classroom activities.
- Assists children with mealtimes and cleanup.
- Assists children with potty training.
- Interacts with parents and maintains open communication to encourage family engagement.
- Schedules and conducts parent and teacher conferences throughout the year.
- Ensures that all licensing regulations are being followed as required by the state.
- Must be able to lift no less than 40 pounds to at least waist high on a consistent basis throughout the workday.
Requirements
- Must meet all state and local licensing requirements for position.
- Candidate must pass all state medical requirements and have a clear background check to qualify for employment.
- All employees must receive the required amount of training hours each calendar year per state licensing requirements.
- Candidate must have a background in the childcare industry, specifically having experience with two-year-olds***
Nice to Have
- Child Development Associate Credential
- CPR/First Aid Certification
Benefits
Common Questions
What ECE credentials are required for this position?
No credentials required for this role.
What does this position pay?
This Lead Toddler Teacher- F/T role pays $16 to $17/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Full Time.
Where is Kiddie Academy of Upper Freehold located?
Kiddie Academy of Upper Freehold is located at 5 Allyson Rd, Allentown Borough, NJ