Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA·St. Louis, Missouri
Design and implement developmentally appropriate, play-based lesson plans for toddlers focusing on math, literacy, and science. Foster a safe, respectful learning environment while maintaining strong communication and bonds with children and their families.
This is a contract position providing services to Nestlé in the USA through a third-party staffing services organization.
If you are selected for this role, you will be an employee of a third-party staffing partner and not Nestlé in the USA.
Summary Our Nestlé Purina Child Development Center location is looking for multiple Lead Toddler teachers.
Join an experienced and committed team made up of early childhood professionals in a NAEYC-accredited early childhood center located on Purina’s campus in downtown St.
Louis!
Enjoy the amenities of the Purina campus including walking trails, Starbucks, Full-Service Cafeteria, The Store (+Discount), and more.
We are seeking a nurturing, experienced Lead Teacher who brings energy and creativity to work every day to join the Nestlé Purina Child Development Center team.
You’ll bring your expertise and design lesson plans based on Project Construct in a play-based curriculum, while interacting with children and families.
Come prepared to implement family-style dining and help promote a safe environment where children can be happy and active learners.
Be part of a great team and help make a difference in a young child's life.
Work with children in a one-on-one and group setting through meaningful, hands-on learning activities Prepare and design weekly lesson plans that are developmentally appropriate and differentiated for all skill levels and student interests Design and execute math, literacy, and science learning activities that allow students the opportunity to communicate orally and in writing Use daily mealtimes with the class as a method to incorporate learning and social skills Build schedules and routines for the students Strategically plan the curriculum to target areas related to child development such as social, motor, and language skills Proactively communicate expectations, criteria for assessment, student progress, and students’ strengths and opportunities to parents and students Promote and model a positive and respectful learning environment that focuses on positive redirection Establish trust and bond with the children and families in which you will serve Maintain a safe and healthy classroom by following all center health and safety guidelines and rules Demonstrate high standards of professionalism and ethics
Associate's degree in early childhood education or related field CDA Certification 2+ years of experience working in early childhood
Health, Vision, and Dental insurance Life insurance Paid time off + Holidays (including extended days off at end of year) Tuition reimbursement Yearly Bonuses Access to Nestlé Purina’s campus and amenities (walking trails, Starbucks, Full-Service Cafeteria, and The Store (+Discount) Associates are eligible for childcare tuition discounts
Work with children in a one-on-one and group setting through meaningful, hands-on learning activities Prepare and design weekly lesson plans that are developmentally appropriate and differentiated for all skill levels and student interests Design and execute math, literacy, and science learning activities that allow students the opportunity to communicate orally and in writing Use daily mealtimes with the class as a method to incorporate learning and social skills Build schedules and routines for the students Strategically plan the curriculum to target areas related to child development such as social, motor, and language skills Proactively communicate expectations, criteria for assessment, student progress, and students’ strengths and opportunities to parents and students Promote and model a positive and respectful learning environment that focuses on positive redirection Establish trust and bond with the children and families in which you will serve Maintain a safe and healthy classroom by following all center health and safety guidelines and rules Demonstrate high standards of professionalism and ethics
Associate's degree in early childhood education or related field CDA Certification 2+ years of experience working in early childhood
Health, Vision, and Dental insurance Life insurance Paid time off + Holidays (including extended days off at end of year) Tuition reimbursement Yearly Bonuses Access to Nestlé Purina’s campus and amenities (walking trails, Starbucks, Full-Service Cafeteria, and The Store (+Discount) Associates are eligible for childcare tuition discounts
Market context
In Missouri, classroom teacher roles in early childhood settings are typically driven by ongoing demand for educators with infant-toddler experience and formal training in Early Childhood Education or a related field. These positions can be competitive because Montessori preparation and hands-on experience with children ages 0-3 are often required, along with standard benefits such as health, dental, vision, paid holidays, and paid time off. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your Montessori credentials and age-group experience before applying.