Daycare Teacher
23 hours ago
Toms River
Job Description Job Title: Waddler or Preschool Teacher Location: Toms River, NJ Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time About Us: VIP Daycare is a warm and nurturing early childhood education center committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for children ages [3 weeks to 5 years]. Our mission is to support each child’s development through play-based learning, creativity, and personalized care. Position Summary: We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Waddler AND Preschool Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a genuine love for children, excellent communication skills, and the ability to create a fun and educational environment where children can thrive socially, emotionally, and cognitively. Waddler Room: 1-2 years old -or- Preschool: 3-5 years old Key Responsibilities: • Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities and lessons, • Develop and deliver a curriculum that supports language, motor skills, social‐emotional development, sensory exploration, and early learning concepts., • Foster a positive and inclusive classroom culture., • Implement daily routines: mealtimes, naps, diapering/toileting support, transitions, play, and clean-up., • Observe and document each child’s developmental progress, share updates with families, and raise concerns when needed., • Maintain appropriate ratios, supervise assistants or aides, and coordinate classroom operations., • Ensure health, safety, and sanitation standards are followed (handwashing, safe sleep, cleaning toys, etc.)., • Prepare materials and environment to support exploration and learning., • Observe and document children’s growth and development, • Communicate regularly with parents and caregivers, • Collaborate with team members to support center-wide activities and goals, • Attend staff meetings, trainings, and professional development., • Build strong, respectful relationships with families, providing daily communication and occasional conferences., • Adhere to licensing, regulatory, and center policies. Qualifications: • High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred, • Child Development Associate (CDA) credential a plus, • Prior experience in a licensed childcare or preschool setting, • CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire), • Strong understanding of early childhood development, • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and engage in active play with children, • Ability to pass fingerprint and background check