Early Childhood Education Infant and Toddler Head Teacher

About This Role

Join the support team at LEARN in Waterford, CT as a Early Childhood Education Infant and Toddler Head Teacher. This role pays $42,000 – $52,000/Yr and requires relevant professional experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement age-appropriate activities that meet the needs of children, ensuring alignment with NAEYC standards and Center policy.
• Identify and address each child’s developmental needs through differentiated instruction.
• Supervise and mentor teachers, staff support, and classroom volunteers, ensuring adherence to planned activities, hygiene, and safety standards.
• Mentor and coach support staff to implement developmentally appropriate lessons, activities, and environments.
• Provide feedback to the Site Coordinator for formal evaluations of teachers and support staff.
• Oversee classroom setup, equipment, and materials to ensure compliance with state licensing requirements, NAEYC accreditation standards, health and safety regulations, and CDC guidelines.
• Engage parents through regular discussions, progress reports, and scheduled conferences to foster partnerships and open communication.
• Maintain accurate records, forms, and files in compliance with Center policies and regulatory standards.
• Facilitate weekly meetings with teachers and support staff to review curriculum planning, student observations, and foster effective communication.
• Collaborate with the Site Coordinator weekly to discuss classroom management and address program issues.
• Develop a personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
• Attend workshops and participate in staff meetings, projects, and departmental events to stay current in early childhood education.

Requirements

• Education: Current ECE certification/Special Education or ECTC (Early Childhood Teacher Credential) Bachelor level only; traditional college route or IRR (Individual Review Route) or bachelor’s degree specifically in ECE.
• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of professional childcare experience.
• Special Skills: Ability to work well with others. Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills. An understanding of child development. Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Physical / Health / Other Requirements: Must clear a full background check and pass health screening. Must be able to lift and/or carry a child up to 50 lbs. Minimum of 18 years of age.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Pay

This Early Childhood Education Infant and Toddler Head Teacher role pays $42,000 to $52,000/Yr.

Qualifications

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Schedule

This job is Full Time.

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Common Questions

• What is the education required for this position? No education requirements are listed for this position.
• What does this position pay? This Early Childhood Education Infant and Toddler Head Teacher role pays $42,000 to $52,000/Yr.
• Is this full-time or part-time? This job is Full Time.