Toddlers 12-36 Months Basking Ridge NJ
hace 4 días
Basking Ridge
Job DescriptionLead Teacher – Young Toddlers (12–36 Months)The Anchored SchoolThe Anchored School is seeking a knowledgeable, nurturing, and dedicated Lead Teacher to join our early childhood education team and work with children ages 12–36 months. The ideal candidate will be passionate about early childhood development and committed to providing a loving, responsive, and engaging environment that supports toddlers during this important stage of growth and discovery. Please review the qualifications required before applying for this position. Position SummaryThe Lead Teacher is responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment that supports the developmental needs of children ages 12–36 months. • Promote children's development and learning through Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP)., • Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences that support social-emotional, cognitive, language, physical, and sensory development., • Provide opportunities for exploration, discovery, movement, and hands-on learning., • Encourage language development through conversations, storytelling, songs, fingerplays, and interactive reading., • Support emerging independence, including walking, climbing, feeding themselves, and participating in simple classroom routines., • Incorporate sensory play, music, art exploration, outdoor experiences, and open-ended activities into the daily curriculum., • Encourage fine and gross motor development through age-appropriate activities., • Support early problem-solving, curiosity, and exploration through play-based learning., • Introduce early concepts such as colors, shapes, numbers, animals, and familiar objects through everyday experiences., • Create an inclusive classroom environment that respects and celebrates diversity.Qualifications Required, • Child Development Associate (CDA), Associate Degree, or coursework in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field., • Minimum of 1–2 years of experience working with toddlers in a licensed early childhood setting., • Current CPR and First Aid Certification, or willingness to obtain upon hire., • Strong understanding of toddler development and developmentally appropriate practices., • Knowledge of positive guidance, responsive caregiving, and age-appropriate classroom routines., • Understanding of health, safety, sanitation, and supervision requirements., • Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills., • Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.Classroom Management & Responsive Caregiving, • Establish warm, trusting, and responsive relationships with each child., • Create predictable daily routines that support children's sense of security and belonging., • Provide individualized care based on each child's developmental needs, interests, and abilities., • Support toddlers in learning to share space, interact with peers, and develop early social skills., • Use positive guidance, redirection, modeling, and age-appropriate expectations to support behavior., • Encourage independence through simple choices and opportunities to practice self-help skills., • Support transitions between activities, meals, outdoor play, and rest periods., • Maintain a calm, organized, and stimulating classroom environment., • Actively supervise children at all times.Assessment & Documentation, • Observe, assess, and document children's developmental progress, interests, and milestones., • Maintain accurate developmental records and daily classroom documentation., • Use observations and assessment information to plan meaningful learning experiences., • Monitor developmental milestones, including language, mobility, fine motor skills, social interactions, and self-help abilities., • Regularly communicate children's progress and accomplishments to families., • Share developmental concerns with families and school leadership in a professional and supportive manner.Family Engagement, • Build strong, trusting partnerships with parents and guardians., • Maintain consistent communication regarding children's daily activities, meals, diapering, naps, and developmental progress., • Share children's milestones, accomplishments, interests, and classroom experiences., • Provide families with ideas and resources to extend learning and encourage independence at home., • Respect family preferences, cultural backgrounds, and individual caregiving practices while following school policies.Health, Safety & Nutrition, • Maintain a clean, safe, healthy, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment., • Follow all New Jersey childcare licensing regulations and school policies., • Follow proper diapering, handwashing, sanitation, and food-handling procedures., • Support safe and appropriate mealtime practices, including supervision during meals and snacks., • Accommodate individual dietary needs and food allergies in accordance with established procedures., • Follow safe sleep practices and appropriate rest-time supervision procedures., • Monitor children's health and well-being and promptly report signs of illness, injury, or developmental concerns., • Maintain accurate daily records of meals, diapering, naps, and other required activities., • Follow emergency procedures and maintain appropriate supervision and staff-to-child ratios.Professional Responsibilities, • Participate in ongoing professional development and required training., • Collaborate with teaching teams, families, and school leadership., • Demonstrate professionalism, patience, flexibility, and a genuine passion for working with young toddlers., • Advocate for children's individual needs, development, and well-being., • Maintain compliance with all NJCCIS, Grow NJ, and state-required training requirements.Physical Requirements, • Ability to lift and carry children weighing up to 40 pounds., • Ability to sit on the floor, kneel, squat, bend, and actively engage with toddlers throughout the day., • Ability to assist children with meals, diapering, dressing, and daily routines., • Ability to supervise indoor and outdoor activities., • Ability to respond promptly to children's physical, emotional, and developmental needs.Application ProcessInterested candidates should submit:, • Resume, • Professional ReferencesApplications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until all positions are filled.Equal Opportunity EmployerThe Anchored School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all children, families, and employees. We believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment where they can explore, discover, develop independence, build meaningful relationships, and reach their full potential.
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