3,229 Early Childhood Educators jobs in the United States

Job Description

Join Our Team of Professional Early Childhood Educators


Toledo, Ohio |

Full-Time |

5-Star Rated | NAEYC-Accredited

At Sylvania Childrens Center, we believe children thrive in environments where professional educators guide, inspire, and support their development through intentional teaching and meaningful play. We are looking for dedicated Preschool Teachers who bring both heart and expertise to the classroom.

Who We Are

For over 30 years, Sylvania Childrens Center has been a trusted, family-focused early childhood program in Toledo, Ohio. We are proudly NAEYC-accredited and hold a Gold Step Up to Quality rating. Our program blends a warm, child-centered approach with professional standards that reflect best practices in early learning.

Your Role: Preschool Teacher

As a Preschool Teacher, you are expected to approach your work with professionalism, intentionality, and a commitment to growth. You will work alongside a supportive team to provide developmentally appropriate, play-based experiences that help each child grow socially, emotionally, and cognitively.

What We Expect:

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  A professional teaching mindset and accountability to high-quality practices
  
  
• Weekly lesson plans that reflect the interests and needs of your students
  
  
• Timely documentation of observations, assessments, and communications
  
  
• Willingness to collaborate, give and receive feedback, and grow as a team member
  
  
• Respectful, consistent, and timely communication with families, children, and peers
  
  

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  Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum (with paid weekly planning time )
  
  
• Build trusting, responsive relationships with preschoolers
  
  
• Foster a classroom community rooted in kindness, curiosity, and cooperation
  
  
• Observe and document childrens learning to guide instruction and share progress
  
  
• Communicate with families regularly to build strong, respectful partnerships
  
  
• Maintain a safe, organized, and joyful classroom environment
  
  

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  Associates or Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (required or actively in progress)
  
  
• Experience in a licensed preschool or early childhood setting
  
  
• A professional presence, strong work ethic, and team-oriented mindset
  
  
• Familiarity with emergent or play-based curriculum approaches preferred
  
  
• Clear communication skills and a commitment to reflective practice
  
  

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  Paid weekly planning time built into your schedule
  
  
  
• Classroom support and collaborative teaching teams
  
  
  
• Paid mental health days and a workplace that values well-being
  
  
• Paid in-service training and conference attendance (we invest in your growth)
  
  
• Opportunities for advancement, leadership, and ongoing professional development
  
  
• A respectful, mission-driven environment where educators are trusted and valued
  
  

• Develop and implement a comprehensive preschool curriculum aligned with educational standards.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.
• Assess children's developmental progress and maintain accurate records.
• Communicate regularly and professionally with parents/guardians.
• Foster positive social interactions and emotional well-being among children.
• Manage classroom materials and ensure a well-organized learning space.
• Collaborate with a team of educators to enhance program quality.
• Conduct parent-teacher conferences as needed.
• Supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Previous experience working with preschool-aged children, preferably in a lead teacher capacity.
• Current certifications in Pediatric First Aid and CPR.
• Knowledge of child development theories and best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt to varying classroom needs and situations.

Position Description

Educator: Infant, Toddler or Preschool Classrooms

About Brynmor (find us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @brynmorearlyed)

Established in 2022 with a vision that high quality early childhood education is within reach for every child, family and community, our mission is to ensure that: each child reaches their full potential; parents are free to do their best work with peace of mind because their children are safe, loved and thriving; and early childhood educators are respected and valued for the critical role they are playing in the development and learning of young children.

We are a privately owned business established with the belief that private companies have a responsibility to be a force for good. We believe that the growth of our company must be in partnership with the children and families we serve, the early childhood educators and staff we employ, and the companies and public agencies with whom we partner. Here’s more on our values and beliefs and how our existence is dedicated to the experiences children, families and our team have in our programs each and every day.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging is core to our character as an early childhood education company. We are strengthened because of diversity of thought, culture, traditions, language, experiences, spiritual practices and religion. It is evident in our position descriptions, our hiring practices, our salaries and benefits, in the aesthetics, equipment and materials at our centers, our curriculum and assessment practices and in the experience our employees, children and families have as they see themselves in our organization. Here’s more on our commitments to culture, our team , and the children and families we serve.

Job Location: Diplotots, Washington, DC

Reports to: Early Childhood Educator

Salary range: $44,000-$8,000 (We participate in the Pay Equity Fund in DC)

Schedule: Full-time, Four, 10-hour days

About the Position

Early Childhood Educators will provide care in our Infant, Toddler and Preschool pods. The candidates will provide Brynmor with an innovative advantage by identifying and implementing promising new ways of delivering exceptional care and experiences to our children, their families and our team. These are roles that require thought leaders with an entrepreneurial mindset, exceptional operational and people skills, and a demonstrated commitment to high quality early care and education.

Our Early Childhood Educators will be responsible for the daily health, safety, well-being, development and learning of young children in their care. They will have independence and work as a collaborative team to ensure the experiences young children are having at Brynmor optimize their health, development and learning.

These individuals will see themselves as proactive partners with families—actively communicating about child experiences, their observations and listening and learning from families about their aspirations and concerns for their children.

These individuals are eager to contribute to the daily culture to ensure we are living into our commitment to children and families including strong adherence to all policies and practices designed to ensure the health, safety, development and learning of each, and every child in our care.

The candidates are transparent and collaborative partners willing to innovate and experiment to support the evolving practice of high-quality early childhood education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate Brynmor’s vision, mission, values and beliefs that center children, families and educators as the core components to high quality early childhood education.
• Ensure the safety, care, well-being and learning of children at all times and compliance with all local, state and federal laws, standards and regulations.
• Ensure that high quality, inviting, well-resourced environments and materials are maintained and accessible both in each classroom and outdoors.
• Exemplify the highest level of business and personal integrity, be mission driven and have a team orientation at all times.
• Competently utilize HighScope Curriculum and COR Advantage to drive decisions about daily lesson planning, activities and child experiences.
• Establish and maintain strong, proactive relationships and communications with families.
• Partner with educator teammates to ensure the entire experience for children and families and the Brynmor team is one of mutual respect, shared responsibility and a common vision.

Qualifications:

• Minimum high school diploma with Child Development Associate (CDA). Associates degree in early childhood education or closely related field preferred.
• Preferred experience in working in a NAEYC Accredited early education program.
• Preferred experience in HighScope curriculum.
• Familiarity with COR Advantage Assessment and Brightwheel child care management is welcomed.
• Familiarity with Reggio Emilia approaches and practices is welcomed.
• Fluency in multiple languages is welcomed.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds, sit on floor, kneel, bend, and carry young children.

Compensation:

Brynmor offers competitive compensation and strong benefits including:

• Compensation range: $44, 00- 58,000 (We participate the Pay Equity Fund in DC)
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Parental and Family Leave
• Flexible spending account
• Group health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401(K) with a matching plan
• Tuition reimbursement for coursework leading to a degree or credential in early childhood education.
• Child care tuition discount
• NAEYC Membership
• Annual professional development

How to Apply: Please send cover letter and resume to

Brynmor Early Education & Preschool is a Certified Women Owned Business and a Certified Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Business.

All educator positions at Brynmor align to the Early Childhood Educator I, II and III in the Professional Standards and Competencies for Early Childhood Educators and the construct of the Unifying Framework for the Early Childhood Education Profession.

Position Description

Educator: Infant, Toddler or Preschool Classrooms

About Brynmor (find us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and X @brynmorearlyed

Established in 2022 with a vision that high quality early childhood education is within reach for every child, family and community, our mission is to ensure that: each child reaches their full potential; parents are free to do their best work with peace of mind because their children are safe, loved and thriving; and early childhood educators are respected and valued for the critical role they are playing in the development and learning of young children.

We are a privately owned business established with the belief that private companies have a responsibility to be a force for good. We believe that the growth of our company must be in partnership with the children and families we serve, the early childhood educators and staff we employ, and the companies and public agencies with whom we partner. Here’s more on our values and beliefs and how our existence is dedicated to the experiences children, families and our team have in our programs each and every day.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging is core to our character as an early childhood education company. We are strengthened because of diversity of thought, culture, traditions, language, experiences, spiritual practices and religion. It is evident in our position descriptions, our hiring practices, our salaries and benefits, in the aesthetics, equipment and materials at our centers, our curriculum and assessment practices and in the experience our employees, children and families have as they see themselves in our organization. Here’s more on our commitments to culture, our team , and the children and families we serve.

Job Location: Lorton, VA (on-site)

Reports to: Early Childhood Educator

Salary range: $42,000-$8,000

Schedule: Full-time, Four, 10-hour days

About the Position

Brynmor opened its first site in Lorton, VA at Liberty Market in the fall of 2023. We are seeking many Early Childhood Educators for our Infant, Toddler and Preschool pods. Educators will work as a team with the Early Childhood Educator Team Leads to open and lead our flagship location serving 156 children ages six weeks through five years. The candidates will provide Brynmor with an innovative advantage by identifying and implementing promising new ways of delivering exceptional care and experiences to our children, their families and our team. These are roles that require thought leaders with an entrepreneurial mindset, exceptional operational and people skills, and a demonstrated commitment to high quality early care and education.

Our Early Childhood Educators will be responsible for the daily health, safety, well-being, development and learning of young children in their care. They will have independence and work as a collaborative team to ensure the experiences young children are having at Brynmor optimize their health, development and learning.

These individuals will see themselves as proactive partners with families—actively communicating about child experiences, their observations and listening and learning from families about their aspirations and concerns for their children.

Educators should be enthusiastic about co-creating a new company’s experience and contributing to the evolving operations and growth of the organization. These individuals are eager to contribute to the daily culture to ensure we are living into our commitment to children and families including strong adherence to all policies and practices designed to ensure the health, safety, development and learning of each, and every child in our care.

The candidates are transparent and collaborative partners willing to innovate and experiment to support the evolving practice of high-quality early childhood education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate Brynmor’s vision, mission, values and beliefs that center children, families and educators as the core components to high quality early childhood education.
• Ensure the safety, care, well-being and learning of children at all times and compliance with all local, state and federal laws, standards and regulations.
• Ensure that high quality, inviting, well-resourced environments and materials are maintained and accessible both in each classroom and outdoors.
• Exemplify the highest level of business and personal integrity, be mission driven and have a team orientation at all times.
• Competently utilize HighScope Curriculum and COR Advantage to drive decisions about daily lesson planning, activities and child experiences.
• Establish and maintain strong, proactive relationships and communications with families.
• Partner with educator teammates to ensure the entire experience for children and families and the Brynmor team is one of mutual respect, shared responsibility and a common vision.

Qualifications:

• Minimum high school diploma with Child Development Associate (CDA). Associates degree in early childhood education or closely related field preferred.
• Preferred experience in working in a NAEYC Accredited early education program.
• Preferred experience in HighScope curriculum.
• Familiarity with COR Advantage Assessment and Brightwheel childcare management is welcomed.
• Familiarity with Reggio Emilia approaches and practices is welcomed.
• Fluency in multiple languages is welcomed.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds, sit on floor, kneel, bend, and carry young children.

Compensation:

Brynmor offers competitive compensation and strong benefits including:

• Compensation range: $42,00 - 48,000

• Paid Holidays
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Parental and Family Leave
• Flexible spending account
• Group health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401(K) with a matching plan
• Tuition reimbursement for coursework leading to a degree or credential in early childhood education.
• Child care tuition discount
• NAEYC Membership
• Annual professional development

How to Apply: Please send cover letter and resume to

Brynmor Early Education & Preschool is a Certified Women Owned Business and a Certified Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Business.

All educator positions at Brynmor align to the Early Childhood Educator I, II and III in the Professional Standards and Competencies for Early Childhood Educators and the construct of the Unifying Framework for the Early Childhood Education Profession.

• Developing and implementing age-appropriate lesson plans and activities that align with early childhood education best practices and curriculum standards.
• Creating a safe, stimulating, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes learning and exploration.
• Observing and assessing children's progress, documenting their development and communicating with parents regularly about their child's milestones and needs.
• Providing consistent and compassionate care, including hygiene, feeding, and nap routines, ensuring the well-being of all children.
• Building positive and trusting relationships with children and their families, fostering open communication and collaboration.
• Managing classroom behavior using positive guidance techniques and promoting social-emotional development.
• Collaborating with other educators and staff to plan and execute center-wide events and activities.
• Maintaining a clean and organized classroom environment, ensuring all materials and equipment are safe and accessible.
• Adhering to all state licensing requirements, health and safety regulations, and center policies.
• Participating in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.

• Plan and implement engaging and age-appropriate curriculum for young children.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Observe and assess children's developmental progress and provide feedback.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents and families.
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all children in care.
• Manage classroom routines and transitions effectively.
• Collaborate with other educators to share best practices and resources.
• Communicate daily updates and developmental milestones to parents.
• Participate in professional development opportunities.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience working with young children in a childcare or preschool setting.
• Knowledge of child development theories and best practices in early childhood education.
• Strong understanding of curriculum development and implementation.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and classroom management skills.
• Patient, creative, and enthusiastic demeanor.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.
• Background check and fingerprinting clearance.
• Passion for fostering a love of learning in young children.

• Plan and implement age-appropriate curriculum and activities for young children.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and nurturing learning environment.
• Observe and assess children's development, providing individualized support as needed.
• Manage classroom routines and transitions effectively.
• Communicate regularly and positively with parents/guardians regarding their child's progress.
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all children in the classroom.
• Collaborate with other educators and staff to enhance program quality.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, observations, and parent communications.
• Promote social-emotional development and positive peer interactions.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and training opportunities.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with young children in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of child development theories and best practices in early childhood education.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and classroom management skills.
• CPR and First Aid certifications are required.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Patience, creativity, and a genuine love for working with children.
• Background check and fingerprinting will be required.