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my toddler teacher must-haves
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items as an ex-toddler teacher, this board consists of everything i had or wish i had to make my job easier
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safety
uniform
classroom
youtube
safety
things to keep you and the kids safe
i know covid is over, but the way i was always sick whenever i was working as a toddler teacher, i still wore them.
50pcs Pink Disposable Face Masks, 3-Layer Protective Masks With Independent Packaging For Outdoor Use
black goes with everything.
100pcs 3 Layers Filter Protection PLY Black Disposable Face Masks With Elastic Earloops, Hyegiir Comfortable And Breathable For Daily Protection Air Pollution, Dust-Proof
i added this because towards the end of my time as a toddler teacher, there were a few kids who would spit and sneeze in my face whenever i would change their diaper, and i was contemplating buying this. i didn't because i was leaving soon and i real...
1pc Safety Face Shield With Glasses Frame, Used In Kitchen, Cooking, Anti-Oil Splash Protective Cover, Transparent Anti-Fog Face Shield
i added this because kids would come in with long razor nails and they would grip on me and other kids and leave scratches. i personally didn't buy one because my job had one, but for some reason their nail clipper would often go missing. it's not a ...
Safety 1ˢᵗ Baby's 1ˢᵗ Nail Care Clipper Emery Board Set, Sea Stone Aqua
wipes are just nice to have on hand to clean up your area so you won't be sitting in germs. some daycares don't have these and just use bleach water to clean up, so just look around to see what they have on hand. just make sure you keep these away fr...
Great Value Lemon Scent Disinfecting Wipes2, 75 Count
i added gloves. my job provided them, but they would often run low, or other classes would take them, leaving me without any on hand.
Great Value Disposable Vinyl Gloves, 100 Count
i added this because once again, germs. i know i'm giving major germaphobe vibes, but i'm telling you, i was sick 24/7 working with kids. it's necessary. once again, your job may already have these on hand, so just check.
Great Value 19oz Disinfectant Spray Fresh Linen Scent
hand sanitizer. it doesn't have to be a big bottle; it can just be one of those little clip-ons that you carry on your backpack, but this is a must-have when you can't leave your room to wash your hands immediately. some daycares provide this already...
Germ-X Hand Sanitizer, Fresh Citrus Scent, 8oz
this is a must-have, especially if you're the one changing poopy diapers. just whip this out whenever there's a funky smell.
Room Sprays & Mists – Bath & Body Works
uniform
comfortable work attire
i know some daycares don't let the teachers wear crocs, but mine did. i wore these every day, and i would suggest getting a dark color because after a while of being outside, they do get dirty, and if you plan on wearing them every day like i did, th...
Classic Clog
i'm adding this because i wore leggings every day. i know some daycares have a set uniform, but mine didn't—all i had to do was wear the school's shirt. jeans would be ideal, though. just a heads-up: your clothes might get ruined from cleaning with b...
Running Around High Rise Legging - Black
classroom
things for your classroom
in my class we did have sticker prizes, but once the ones we had were gone, it was pretty much the teacher's job to restock on stuff like that. i didn't do that because i didn't have the munyun to be doing that, but it is nice to give the kids prizes...
500pcs/roll Award Encouraging Graphic Sticker Kindergarten Teacher Cartoon Hand Painted Cute Round Animal Face Sticker
this is a goldmine for decorating your classroom or finding activities. they have free printables you can download and print out.
All resources | TPT
you’ll need to label things often as a daycare teacher, and sharpies tend to go missing, so if you can, bring your own to avoid searching for one.
Sharpie Permanent Markers, Fine Point, Black, 2 Count
youtube
educational channels for kids
her videos are perfect for slow days, and it's a bonus that most kids nowadays love her.
Ms Rachel - Toddler Learning Videos
cocomelon is a lifesaver when the kids are acting up. as soon as they hear that little cocomelon intro, the classroom goes silent.
Cocomelon - Nursery Rhymes
gracie's corner has great music that's actually enjoyable, and it's so cute to watch the kids dance along.
Gracie's Corner
i worked at a christian school, so i would play this for them after circle time to help them get their lil word in.
Chosen Kids - Christian Education & Fun