Infant Lead Teacher

About This Role

This Infant Lead Teacher opportunity at Divine Kare Learning Center serves Infant / Toddler (0–2) and requires a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential preferred. Based in Petersburg, VA, candidates bring experience in early childhood education and development.

What You'll Do

• Guiding babies and toddlers through education/development programs.
• Thinking on their feet and responding to each child’s needs efficiently.
• Displaying a patient and calm personality coupled with a loving approach to every child.
• Contributing positively to the behavior and social interaction of the children.
• Building secure relationships with the children.
• Working closely with the principal and department head to ensure that guidelines are adhered to.
• Keeping a diary of the day’s events for parent perusal.
• Reporting accidents, illness, and unusual behavior of children to the principal, head of department, and parents.
• Ensuring close communication with parents throughout the day should the need arise.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED.
• CPR certified and trained.
• Completed background check and health examination.
• Previous experience working with infants.
• A passion for working with babies and toddlers.
• Patient, nurturing, and thoughtful personality.
• Good communication skills.
• Maintain discretion around children's records.

Nice to Have

• CPR and first Aid.
• CDA in Infants and toddler (preferred).
• Minimum of 1 year as a lead infant teacher.

Pay

This Infant Lead Teacher role pays $14 to $16/Hr.

Schedule

This job is Full Time.

Location

Divine Kare Learning Center is located at 1929 South Sycamore Street, Petersburg, VA.