Infant Toddler Teacher
Job Description
Job Title: Infant Toddler Teacher
Job Location: Brooklyn, New York
Company Name: Beanstalk Academy
Organization Name: Beanstalk Academy
Company Slogan: Grow Tall With Us
Job Summary:
Join our vibrant early childhood education team as an Infant Toddler Teacher, where your passion for nurturing young minds will ignite a love for learning from the very start. As an Infant Toddler Teacher at Beanstalk Academy, you will create a warm, engaging environment tailored to the developmental needs of infants and toddlers, fostering growth in literacy, social skills, and emotional well-being. Your dedication will help lay a strong foundation for lifelong learning and curiosity, making a meaningful impact on each child's journey.
Responsibilities:
Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum that promotes early literacy, math skills, physical development, and social-emotional learning tailored to infants and toddlers.
Create a safe, nurturing classroom environment that encourages exploration, independence, and positive behavior management.
Plan engaging lesson activities that support childhood development milestones and incorporate Montessori or other educational philosophies as appropriate.
Provide attentive toddler care by monitoring health, hygiene, nutrition, and safety standards in compliance with childcare regulations.
Manage classroom routines including diapering, feeding, nap times, and transition activities with patience and consistency.
Communicate effectively with parents and guardians about each child's progress, behavioral updates, and developmental milestones.
Collaborate with colleagues to ensure classroom management strategies are effective and aligned with early intervention practices for children needing additional support.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or currently pursuing.
Prior classroom experience working with infants and toddlers in licensed childcare centers or preschool settings is highly preferred.
Strong knowledge of childhood development principles, behavior management techniques, and early intervention strategies.
Experience in curriculum development focused on literacy education, sensory activities, and physical education for young children.
Familiarity with standardized testing methods used to assess early learning outcomes is a plus.
Demonstrated ability to manage classroom dynamics effectively while maintaining a positive learning environment.
Background in special education or working with children requiring additional support enhances your candidacy.
Excellent communication skills to foster collaborative relationships with families and team members committed to child welfare.
Benefits:
Competitive hourly rate: $19 - $21 HOURLY
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance
Join our team and embark on a rewarding career where every day is an opportunity to inspire curiosity and joy in the youngest learners! Apply now to become an Infant Toddler Teacher at Beanstalk Academy.
