Playto has an approach to education that embraces a child’s ability to learn and grow from the world around them. To immerse them in a caring and imaginative environment that keeps them both safe yet seeking; content yet curious; interconnected yet independent. We offer a great place to work with all of the resources you need, a supportive administration team that will provide mentorship and lots of growth opportunities. We are a rapidly growing organization so if you love children, and can see yourself in the field of Early Childhood, reach out today!

As an Infant or Toddler Associate Teacher, you'll:

• Work collaboratively to ensure the well-being and development children
• Collaborate on and ensure curriculum will foster children's curiosity and help them achieve key individual and age-appropriate milestones which you’ll track
• Assist with implementation of lesson planning & inquiry-based activities curriculum
• Engage with and enrich children using positive language, loving care, and interactive play
• Closely supervise children and adhere to NYS regulations and Playto policies
• Ensure app updates are provided daily for families

Apply Today If You:

• Absolutely LOVE working with young learners, and understand every child is a sponge, infinitely capable and learning from everything you do and say
• Believe every family deserves a partner in world-class childcare
• Value and create trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Are already, or are willing to be CPR and First Aid certified as well as completing a background check and other training
• While not necessary, A CDA or Associates Degree is a plus

What We Offer:

Competitive Compensation and Benefits based on level of education and experience. Annual increases as well as increases to support enrolling in ECE programs. Full time employees also receive benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance, retirement savings, commuter benefits and childcare discounts.

Child-Centered Approach: Our educators facilitate each child's success by observing their interests and developing lessons inspired by their curiosity and our curriculum.

State-of -the-Art Facilities: Our campuses are purposefully designed to offer endless opportunities for learning and discovery. Hiring locations are Pacific Heights, Bklyn and Battery Park, NYC.

Employee Development: We offer robust onboarding training, ongoing professional development days, and individual coaching and feedback fostering collaboration and growth. As we grow, you can too! We love to promote from within and are committed to helping our colleagues achieve their career goals at Playto!

To be considered, applicants must be based in or willing to relocate to NY. Candidates must also possess independent US work authorization.

Physical demands of this position include but are not limited to sitting and standing for extended periods, bending at the waist, reaching overhead, and frequently moving or lifting children weighing up to 40 pounds unassisted.