Infant and Toddler Fully Qualified Preschool Teachers

Provides a stimulating, safe and developmentally appropriate educational environment where children have the opportunity to develop cognitive, social, emotional and physical skills. Responsible for the daily planning, management and supervision of the classroom and children. May lead and functionally supervise an Assistant Teacher or aide. Ensures that all parents, children, and classroom staff concerns are appropriately addressed.

Responsibilities

• Ensures that the physical, social, and emotional needs of the children are met daily.
• Implements all policies and procedures to keep children healthy and safe.
• Creates activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving appropriate to developmental levels and learning styles.
• Assists and supervises children during all activities.
• Maintains appearance, cleanliness, and safe environment of the classroom in accordance with NAEYC cleaning and sanitizing guidelines.
• Completes all required paperwork, including daily notes, student accident reports, and attendance reports.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, academy events, and parent meetings as requested.
• Prepares and implements classroom lesson plans, programs, and schedules.
• Develops, plans, and prepares instructional aids and materials for classroom activities.
• Assists children with mealtimes and cleanup.
• Ensures all classroom and outdoor equipment are in good working condition and properly used and maintained.
• Directs activities of other staff in the classroom to ensure orderly function.
• Interacts with parents and maintains open communication to encourage family engagement.
• Maintains the Family Information Board and other classroom bulletin boards.
• Schedules and conducts parent-teacher conferences throughout the year.
• Ensures compliance with all licensing regulations required by the state.
• Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds to waist height consistently throughout the workday.

Requirements

• 12 Core Early Childhood Education (ECE) Units, including infant/toddler units.
• Prior experience working in a child care facility.
• Up-to-date immunizations.
• Strong knowledge of educational techniques and methods for teaching young children.
• Patient and supportive approach to the learning process, knowledgeable of age-appropriate developmental goals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to stand and move around for long hours while teaching infants and toddlers.
• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• 1 year of early childhood education or childcare experience (preferred).

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Pay

From $15.50 to $16.50 per hour

Schedule

Monday to Friday