At Toddle Inn we believe in supporting the growth and development of children in a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment. Our educators guide the development of important skills through intentional teaching practices that meet the needs of the whole child. A responsive, play-based curriculum connects children to the world around them and encourages children to wonder, gain confidence, explore interests, and discover a love of learning.

Toddle Inn Child Care - Cumberland is seeking a reliable, energetic and nurturing professional to join our care giving team! Floater teachers are responsible for supporting the implementation of daily curriculum activities based on The Creative Curriculum which meet the Maine Early Childhood Learning Guidelines. Teachers greet parents on a daily basis, model age-appropriate social skills and problem solving, and "set the stage" to facilitate child led learning and development. Candidates must be comfortable working with age groups from 1 years - 4 years old. Toddle Inn operates between the hours of 7:15am and 5:30 pm Monday - Friday.

Please forward resume and references

Requirements

Minimum 1 year experience in childcare required. Must have a passion for early education.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Life, Short Term Disability, Paid Holidays, Training, Two Weeks Paid Vacation, personal time, 401-K Match, Monthly Bonus (Based on MRTQ level) and Discount in Child Care

Education

CDA or ECE Degree Preferred. Willing to support educational growth for the right candidate.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.50 - $18.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift
8 hour shift
After school
Day shift
Monday to Friday
No nights
No weekends

Application Question(s):

A 3-year-old is upset that you stopped him from running out the door after his father. He's on the floor, kicking and screaming.

What would you do? Select all that apply.

A. Explain that you want to keep him safe, so he can't just run out

B. Tell him that his father will be back and offer him a hug

C. Ask him to act like a big boy and make his father proud

D. Leave him to cry it out and check on him in a few minutes

E. Promise him a snack if he stops kicking and screaming

At the start of many classes, students are still out of their seats and unfocused. They also pack up early and wait by the door before you've finished for the day.

What would you do?

A. Establish a routine with assignments at the beginning and end of class

B. Tell students they can pack up a few minutes early if they are on time

C. Assign lunch detention to any student who is out of their seat during class time

D. Praise and reward the students who are in their seats and ready to work each day

E. Give bonus points to any student who heads to their seat without being redirected

Whenever you ask your 2- and 3-year-old students to write, a 2-year-old boy grasps the crayon with his fist.

What would you do?

A. Have everyone practice the correct grasp and reward their progress with stickers

B. Gently shape his hand into a tripod grasp every time

C. Give him lined paper to write on so he'll have to hold the crayon correctly

D. Incorporate toys like playdough and clothespins into your centers

E. Nothing; he'll change his grip when he's ready

License/Certification:

CPR Certification (Preferred)
Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Cumberland Foreside, ME 04110 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Cumberland Foreside, ME 04110: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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