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Toddler Teacher

Amazing Explorers Academy·St. Augustine, Florida

$16 - $22/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 2 months ago
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About the role

The Lead Teacher is responsible for implementing the curriculum, managing classroom activities, and supervising children and assistant teachers. Key duties include preparing lesson plans, maintaining a safe environment, and communicating child development progress to parents.

  • About the Toddler Teacher position The Lead Teacher is responsible for implementing the curriculum in the classroom and for the supervision and management of children in the classroom. He or she must be knowledgeable in developmentally appropriate practices to supervise assistant teachers and children in their room, ensuring activities and curriculum are adhered to as required by the Director. Teacher responsibilities are:
  • Ensures that the appearance, cleanliness, and safe environment of the classroom are appropriately maintained
  • Completes all academy and classroom paperwork, such as daily notes, student accident reports, and attendance reports
  • Attends and participates in staff meetings, academy events, and parent meetings as requested
  • Helps and supervises children during all activities
  • Counsels children when social, academic, or adjustment problems arise
  • Prepares and implements classroom lesson plans, programs, and schedules
  • Develops, plans, and prepares instructional aids/materials for classroom activities
  • Helps children with meal times and clean-up
  • Ensures that all classroom and outdoor equipment are in good working condition and are used and maintained properly
  • Physically arranges the classroom into well-defined interest areas
  • Directs activities of other staff in the classroom to ensure that the classroom functions in an orderly manner
  • Communicates appropriate information to parents and maintains developmental profiles for children
  • Schedules and conducts parent/teacher conferences throughout the year
  • Maintains family information board and other classroom bulletin boards
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Completes all academy and classroom paperwork, such as daily notes, student accident reports, and attendance reports Infant Teacher requirements are: -2+ years of experience of working on a Child Care or Daycare Teacher position
  • Profound experience in child development and up-to-date education methods
  • Good patience, flexibility, and love for children
  • Strong methodical and creative abilities
  • Highly professional and dependable
  • Strong communication and time management skills
  • Certificate in first aid and CPR
  • Prefer a CDA or higher in Early Childhood Education with 45 hours training in Early Childhood Education/Child Development Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Education: High school or equivalent (Required) Experience: Early Childhood Education: 1 year (Preferred) Childcare: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person

Requirements

Candidates need at least 2 years of experience in childcare and a high school diploma, with a preference for a CDA or higher in Early Childhood Education. Certification in First Aid and CPR is required.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • Time Management
  • CPR
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Classroom Management
  • Child Development
  • Parent Communication
  • Lesson Planning
  • First Aid
  • Instructional Material Development
  • Creative Abilities

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$16 - $22/hr
Location
St. Augustine, Florida
Posted
May 21, 2026
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Hiring organization

Amazing Explorers Academy

Amazing Explorers Academy is a nurturing educational environment where little minds open up to develop lifelong learning skills designed to inspire, connect and engage the great minds of the 21 st century. Our preschools were developed for the 21st-century learner and inspired...

Salary listed on 26 jobs
IndustryEducation Management
TypePrivately Held
Size51-200 employees
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Market context

Florida toddler teachers face steady demand

In Florida, toddler teacher roles are commonly tied to childcare centers that need staff with CDA credentials and experience in infant or toddler classrooms. This role can be competitive because employers often look for both early-childhood experience and compliance items like a level 2 background check and a valid Florida driver’s license. If you are considering applying, confirm your CDA status and gather documentation for the required trainings before submitting. Job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, which can save you time researching the posting.

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