Job Description

Company Description Playto Childcare is an early childhood education provider focused on creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for young children. The center emphasizes language, enrichment, play-based learning, social-emotional development, and age-appropriate educational experiences. Educators collaborate closely with families to support each child’s individual growth and milestones. Playto Childcare values professionalism, collaboration, and continuous improvement in teaching practices, offering staff opportunities to develop their skills and contribute to a supportive team culture.

Role Description The 2’s Teacher is a full-time, on-site role based in New York, NY, responsible for the daily care and education of children around two years of age. This role includes planning and implementing age-appropriate lessons and activities that foster language, motor, cognitive, and social-emotional development. The teacher will supervise children throughout the day, maintain a safe and clean classroom environment, and support routines such as meals, rest time, and transitions. Daily responsibilities also involve observing and documenting developmental progress, communicating with families about their child’s experience, and collaborating with colleagues to align classroom practices with center-wide standards. The 2’s Teacher participates in staff meetings, adheres to licensing and health regulations, and contributes to a positive, inclusive learning community.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in early childhood Education and child development, with experience working with toddlers or young children.
• Demonstrated skills that include the ability to manage a classroom, guide group activities, and support individual learning needs.
• Ability to design and implement age-appropriate Lesson Planning that supports play-based learning and developmental milestones.
• Clear and professional Communication skills for engaging with children, families, and team members.
• Willingness to learn and participate in ongoing professional development.
• Patience, reliability, and a caring approach to working with young children in a diverse, inclusive setting.
• Knowledge of basic health, safety, and licensing standards for childcare environments.
• Relevant coursework, 5 Years experience or certification in Early Childhood Education; a degree or CDA credential is preferred.

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