Toddler Teacher - Highlands Ranch, CO
Lead Toddler Teacher
Location: Highlands Ranch, CO
Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
Salary Range: $20 - $24 per hour (Based on experience and credentials)
About Our Center
This Highlands Ranch, Colorado based center is a premier early childhood education center dedicated to providing a nurturing, secure, and stimulating environment for young learners. We believe that the toddler years are a critical time for exploration and discovery. We are looking for a passionate educator who understands the "magic in the mess" and is committed to helping our littlest students thrive.
The Role
As a Toddler Teacher, you are more than a supervisor; you are a guide through one of the most active stages of development. You will create a classroom environment that encourages sensory play, language development, and social-emotional growth.
Key Responsibilities:
Curriculum Implementation: Design and execute age-appropriate lesson plans that focus on fine/gross motor skills, creative arts, and early literacy.
Daily Care & Safety: Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom; manage diapering, potty training, and mealtime routines with care and dignity.
Observation & Documentation: Track developmental milestones and share "wow" moments with parents through our Procare platform.
Parent Partnership: Maintain open, friendly communication with families regarding their child’s daily progress and needs.
Team Collaboration: Work alongside assistant teachers and directors to maintain Colorado licensing standards and a positive school culture.
What We Are Looking For
Qualifications: Must meet Colorado Lead Teacher qualifications (ECT qualified).
Experience: Minimum of 1 year experience working with children ages 12–36 months in a licensed setting.
Education: Associate’s, or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or a related field preferred.
Skills: High energy, patience, and the ability to "pivot" when a lesson plan needs to change.
Certification: Ability to obtain/maintain CPR and First Aid certification.