Looking for an enthusiastic educator in Schenectady, NY? - Niskayuna Community Day Care Center seeks a Lead Toddler Teacher. Join our team to positively impact the lives of our youngest learners. This role offers more than just a job - it's an opportunity to shape young minds in a caring environment. Competitive hourly rate of $18. A fulfilling career path in early childhood education awaits. As the Lead Toddler Teacher, you play a crucial role in creating a nurturing and stimulating atmosphere for toddlers. Responsibilities include implementing an age-appropriate curriculum, fostering social and emotional development, and instilling a love for learning. Be part of our collaborative team at Niskayuna Community Day Care Center and help build a bright future for our children. Compensation: $18 hourly Responsibilities:

Develop and execute developmentally suitable activities and lessons tailored for toddlers' growth and development

Establish a secure and supportive environment that fosters toddlers' learning and development

Monitor and evaluate each child's progress and development, maintaining regular communication with parents/guardians

Work collaboratively with fellow teachers and staff to ensure a cohesive and engaging curriculum

Maintain accurate records of attendance, incidents, and developmental milestones for each toddler

Qualifications: Minimum of 2 years of experience working with toddlers in a daycare or preschool setting Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate teaching methods Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to create a safe and nurturing environment for toddlers

Competencies: US Work Authorization About Company Niskayuna Community Day Care Center is a small, not-for-profit organization that has been serving Niskayuna and surrounding area families for over 30 years. We are a play-based Center that focuses on providing a safe and healthy environment for children 18 months-5 years old to learn and grow throughout their day. We are currently running with four open classrooms but we hope to open other classrooms when we have more quality staff that we can trust.