Job Description
Ashland Childcare Center is seeking an energetic and dedicated Early Childhood Teacher to join our growing team. This role supports children across all developmental stages within our center, from infancy through preschool, by providing nurturing care and engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences. Our classrooms include Koala’s Cradle (0–12 months) Turtle’s Terrace (12–24 months) Lion’s Lair (24–36 months) Elephant’s Enclave (36+ months) Educators may be placed in any classroom based on center needs, experience, and expressed preference. If you’re passionate about early childhood education and want to make a meaningful impact during a child’s most formative years, we’d love to meet you. Key Responsibilities Plan and lead engaging, age-appropriate activities aligned with the developmental needs of assigned classroom(s) Foster emotional, social, cognitive, and physical development through play-based learning, storytelling, creative expression, and structured activities Provide attentive, nurturing care to support children’s well-being and daily routines Maintain a positive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment Manage daily schedules including meals/snacks, learning blocks, rest periods, and outdoor play Observe and document developmental milestones; maintain accurate records including attendance, incident reports, and parent communication Collaborate with fellow educators and communicate professionally with families Follow all center policies, licensing regulations, and state childcare requirements Participate in ongoing training, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities Qualifications High school diploma or GED required; coursework in early childhood education strongly preferred Minimum of 1 year of experience working with young children in a professional childcare or educational setting preferred Ability to work with children of varying ages and developmental stages Must pass background check, drug screening, and all state-required clearances CPR/First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtain upon hire Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and creating a respectful learning environment Benefits Include Paid time off and parental leave Employee childcare discount Professional development assistance Support for certifications and career growth Life insurance available Positive, team-oriented workplace culture Job Type: Full-Time Work Location: In person, on-site at our childcare center Ashland Childcare Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse team where all employees are treated with respect and encouraged to grow. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour Benefits Childcare Employee discount Paid time off Professional development assistance Application Question(s): What room/age group are you most interested in working? Work Location: In person