Toddler Teacher - Early Childhood Education Job at Meaningful Beginnings, California

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  • Meaningful Beginnings
  • California

Job Description

Meaningful Beginnings has proudly served families since 2013, providing high‑quality Infant/Toddler care, Preschool, and Transitional Kindergarten programs for children ages 0–6. Our mission is to offer loving, developmentally rich environments that support every child’s growth while empowering educators with training, mentorship, and a positive workplace culture.

About the Role:

The Toddler Teacher supports children as they explore independence, language, movement, and social-emotional development. This role provides a safe, structured, and nurturing environment where toddlers can build confidence, practice new skills, and engage meaningfully with the world around them.

Key Responsibilities

Classroom Care & Daily Routines:

  • Greet children and families with warmth and professionalism
  • Support daily routines including diapering, toileting readiness, meals, and rest time
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and engaging classroom environment
  • Ensure smooth transitions and predictable daily structure

Learning & Development:

  • Facilitate play-based activities that support language, motor skills, and social-emotional growth
  • Encourage early communication through modeling language and conversation
  • Introduce early concepts (colors, shapes, numbers, self-help skills) through play
  • Support emotional regulation and positive behavior guidance
  • Supervise and support safe indoor and outdoor exploration

Safety & Compliance:

  • Follow all Title 22 licensing, diapering, hygiene, and sanitation procedures
  • Maintain a safe and clean classroom environment
  • Monitor children’s health and report concerns as needed
  • Complete required documentation (attendance, incident reports, daily logs)
  • Follow all safety and emergency procedures

Family Communication:

  • Provide daily updates on routines, development, and milestones
  • Communicate with families in a professional, respectful, and supportive manner
  • Build strong, trusting relationships with parents and guardians
  • Participate in developmental check-ins or conferences

Team Collaboration:

  • Work closely with Lead Teachers to support curriculum and classroom goals
  • Assist with classroom preparation, organization, and cleaning
  • Support assistant teachers and contribute to team consistency
  • Participate in staff meetings and school-wide activities

Qualifications:

  • 12 ECE units in Child Development required
  • At least 3 Infant/Toddler ECE units required
  • 1+ year of experience with toddlers or infants preferred
  • CPR/First Aid certified or willing to obtain
  • Strong understanding of toddler development and behavior
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based classroom

What We Offer:

  • 50% employer-paid medical insurance
  • Childcare tuition discount
  • Paid professional development and training
  • Up to $10,000/year ELFA stipend eligibility
  • 3 weeks paid vacation (eligible roles)
  • Paid holidays (13+ per year)
  • Sign-on bonus offered at 90-day and 6-month milestones
  • Career growth opportunities within the organization

To Apply:

Submit your resume or a brief message sharing your experience in early childhood education and interest in the Director role. You may also send your application directly to careers@meaningfulbeginnings.org.

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Relocation package

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