Benefits:

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Now Hiring: Lead Toddler Teacher Location: Sakonnet Early Learning Center – Tiverton, RI Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday | Between 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM Hours: Up to 40 hours per week (must be flexible to rotate closing shifts)

Make an Impact in Early Childhood Education

Are you an energetic, nurturing, and experienced early childhood professional? Sakonnet Early Learning Center—celebrating 40 years of excellence—is seeking a Lead Toddler Teacher to join our dynamic and caring teaching team. Help our littlest learners (18 months – 3 years) build independence, confidence, and social-emotional skills through developmentally appropriate, play-based learning.

What You’ll Do:

Design and lead engaging toddler lesson plans that spark exploration and curiosity

Foster a positive, inclusive, and emotionally supportive classroom culture

Promote learning through hands-on, sensory-rich experiences

Guide daily routines and smooth transitions with patience and consistency

Maintain open communication and partnerships with families

Monitor developmental milestones and document observations

What You Bring:

CDA, Associate’s, or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (preferred)

At least 1 year of experience working with toddlers in a licensed childcare or preschool program

Understanding of child-led learning, developmental stages, and behavior guidance techniques

Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset

Reliability, flexibility, and a heart for working with young children

Why Join Sakonnet?

Competitive Pay: $14–$19/hour, based on experience and qualifications

Benefits:

Weekly Pay

Paid Time Off

12 Paid Holidays

Health Insurance Support

Childcare Discount

Paid Professional Development

Supportive team culture and long-term growth opportunities

A respected community-based center with a strong reputation in early education

Ready to Grow with Us?

Be a part of a school that values your creativity, dedication, and love for teaching toddlers. Send your resume to info@sakonnetearlylearningcenter.com and help us continue to build something amazing together.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Association for Early Learning Leaders.