Toddler Lead Teacher

Job Duties

Create a warm, nurturing classroom for toddlers ages 1–3

Build strong, responsive relationships with children and families

Use trauma-informed and relationship-based strategies to support children's emotional regulation, sense of safety, and resilience

Partners with families using empathy, active listening, and strength-based communication

Collaborate with coworkers in ways that promote trust, psychological safety, and mutual respect

Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities aligned with Early Head Start standards

Support social-emotional development through play, routines, and intentional interactions

Observe and document children’s growth to individualize learning using the TS Gold observation tool.

Partner with families and colleagues to support the whole child and whole family

Ability to effectively relate and communicate with people of varying multi-ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds.

Capable of using good judgment in daily teaching situations, and in interactions with staff, parents and community volunteers.

Use a computer and related software applications

Minimum Education Required

BA in Child Development

Must pass background study

CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

Experience in Early Head Start or Head Start

Background in trauma-informed or relationship-based care

Experience working with diverse families and communities

Ability to lift up to 40 pounds

Ability to sit, stand, bend, and engage in floor-level activities with children

Minimum Experience Required

see above

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

Yes

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

Yes

Physical Required

No

Drug Test Required

No

Compensation

$23.00 - $26.00 / Hourly

Postal Code

55104

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

2353

Job Benefits

When you work at Wilder, you will join a diverse community of passionate individuals who are committed to the Wilder mission and dedicated to serving whole families. Our workplace diversity strengthens our mission and contributes to our vision of individuals and families thriving in St. Paul and beyond.

We offer a dynamic Total Rewards package, which includes competitive compensation and benefits – health, dental, employer-matched 401(k), PTO, paid family, medical and caregiver leave, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts and employee wellness programs. In addition, you will have access to professional development opportunities, including development funding, tuition discounts, and training. You will also have access to Wilder's employee resource groups, and other opportunities available to all employees. Eligible federal loans may also qualify for deferment through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

The Amherst H. Wilder Foundation is a nonprofit community organization that creates lasting, positive change through direct services, research and advocacy. Learn more at https://www.wilder.org/