Infant Teacher

About the role

The Infant Teacher at Children's Land is responsible for creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for the youngest members of our community, fostering their physical, emotional, and intellectual growth.

Responsibilities

• Create and follow lesson plans that foster physical, emotional, and intellectual growth.
• Track infants' developmental milestones and maintain detailed records of their progress.
• Offer nurturing care, including feeding, changing diapers, and facilitating nap times.
• Always uphold the safety of infants by strictly adhering to safety protocols and guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and hygienic classroom environment to prevent the spread of germs and illnesses.
• Communicate with parents to keep them informed about their child's development and address any concerns.
• Work harmoniously with other staff members to ensure a cohesive and cooperative working environment.
• Craft and utilize educational materials to stimulate infants' senses and encourage learning.
• Organize activities that promote exploration and the development of motor skills.
• Stay up to date with the latest developments in infant education and care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Previous experience working with infants or young children.
• Knowledge of DCFS requirements in Illinois.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience and a genuine love for working with infants.

Skills

• Lift and carry children weighing up to 40 lbs.
• Stand for extended periods of time, run, and actively engage in play with children.
• Balance multiple tasks simultaneously (feeding, teaching, supervising) while remaining attentive and responsive.
• Transition quickly and easily between sitting (chair or floor) and standing positions.
• Effectively manage children’s challenging behaviors.
• Demonstrate empathy and strong interpersonal skills to foster supportive, positive interactions with children and parents.
• Strong observational and analytical skills.
• Creativity in developing educational materials and activities.
• Effective time management and multitasking abilities.
• Profound understanding of child development and early childhood education best practices.