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Early Childhood Teachers Toddlers

Unity House

Troy, NYFull-time$17.28–18.29/hrTracked 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$17.28–18.29/hr
Location
Troy, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

CDA CredentialMAT Certification

Job overview

Unity House is hiring an Early Childhood Teachers Toddlers. The organization seeks an energetic, kind, and compassionate individual to serve as a Toddler Care Teacher, providing nurturing care for children ages 1–3, supporting classroom operations, maintaining a safe environment, and administering medication as needed. They will also assist the Childcare Manager, help meet developmental, emotional, and physical needs, and contribute to an inclusive atmosphere.

Key focus areas include Provide nurturing care and support for children ages 1–3., Work closely with the Childcare Manager to support daily classroom and facility operations., and Assist with all aspects of childcare to meet each child’s developmental, emotional, and physical needs..

Important skills include Adaptability, Dependability, and Strong Attendance.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

AdaptabilityDependabilityStrong Attendance

Qualifications

AA in Early Childhood EducationCDA Credential9 Credits in Early Childhood EducationMAT CertificationAbility to Pass Background Check

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Full Time Hourly

Troy, NY, US

Salary Range: $17.28 To $18.29 Hourly

A Child’s Place – 435 4th St, Troy, NY (On the bus line!)

A Child’s Place is seeking energetic, kind, and compassionate individuals to join our team! If you love working with young children ages 1–3, we encourage you to apply for our Toddler Care Teacher positions.

$1250 Sign on bonus may apply to those who qualify

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide nurturing care and support for children ages 1–3.

  • Work closely with the Childcare Manager to support the daily operations of the classroom and facility.

  • Assist with all aspects of childcare, helping to meet the developmental, emotional, and physical needs of each child.

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment.

  • Create a warm, welcoming, inclusive atmosphere where all children feel a sense of belonging.

  • Assist teammates as needed to ensure smooth program operation.

  • Maintain current MAT certification and administer medications as needed.

Qualifications:

  • AA in Early Childhood Education, OR

  • CDA credential, OR

  • At least 9 credits in Early Childhood Education plus experience working with young children.

  • Flexibility to adapt as program needs change throughout the day.

  • Dependability and strong attendance.

  • Ability to pass a background check.

Benefits: Generous time off benefits!

13 paid days off in your first year for full time employment (increases every year)

56 hours of NYS Sick Leave

12 paid holidays with a new pop-up holiday just added! plus 2 floating holidays

Major medical leave

N on-profit school loan forgiveness

Medical/dental/vision/life insurance

403b contributions after one year

Plus, gym, tuition and cell phone discounts and a 50% reduction in childcare tuition at A Child's Place.

Come work for an agency that cares about their employees and community!

Unity House is a Rensselaer County-based human service agency that provides a wide range of services to meet the otherwise unmet needs of people in our community who are hurting and struggling. We assist those who are living in poverty, adults living with mental illness or HIV/AIDS, victims of domestic violence, and children with developmental delays. We work to achieve social justice in our community and to create a better understanding of those we serve.

As An Equal Opportunity Employer, we commit ourselves to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, age, sex, creed, disability, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, predisposing genetic characteristics national origin, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, military status, pregnancy related condition, arrest and/or criminal conviction record, or any other category protected by law, unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.

Join us to see how we improve the lives of children and families.

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