Lead Toddler Teacher

Toledo Independent Childcare Center is seeking a caring, dependable, and energetic Lead Toddler Teacher to provide a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for young children.

The Lead Toddler Teacher will plan and implement age-appropriate activities, maintain a consistent classroom routine, support children’s social-emotional and developmental growth, complete required observations and documentation, communicate professionally with families, and maintain a clean and organized classroom.

Responsibilities include:

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons and activities.
• Supervise children and maintain required staff-to-child ratios.
• Support positive behavior, social-emotional development, and independence.
• Complete child observations and developmental documentation.
• Follow Ohio DCY childcare licensing and SUTQ requirements.
• Maintain classroom cleanliness, sanitation, and safety procedures.
• Assist with meals, diapering, toileting, and daily routines.
• Communicate effectively with parents, coworkers, and administration.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development.

Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent required. Early childhood education experience preferred. Candidates must be dependable, professional, patient, and able to work effectively as part of a team. Required childcare training, background checks, and other Ohio licensing requirements must be completed or maintained.

We are looking for someone who enjoys working with toddlers and wants to grow professionally in the early childhood education field.