Infant Teacher

About the role

Plans and implements activities that promote the social, physical and intellectual growth of children. Responsible for, models and holds others accountable for the care, hygiene, learning and developmental activities, specialized programs. Communicates directly with parents. Maintains classroom records, cleanliness and orderliness.

Responsibilities

• Engage with current and prospective parents and family members and are responsive to their needs.
• Comply with FEG and all governmental regulations regarding the care of children.
• Understand responsibilities as a mandated reporter.
• Keep the Director informed of any necessary information regarding the care and safety of children.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation according to BK and other licensing or regulation requirements.
• Aid and accept responsibilities in other daily center duties that might be temporary in the event other personnel are not available.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, center events, and parent/customer meetings as required.
• Demonstrate proficiency in early childhood care and education, with demonstrated proficiency and solid organizational skills.
• Absorb and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Complete child evaluations and conduct parent conferences.
• Notify parents when their child is ill, injured or experiencing other changes while at school.
• Plan, implement, and revise curriculum and program materials consistently and appropriately.
• Create and maintain annual child portfolios.
• Ensure daily schedules incorporate a balance of indoor/outdoor, quiet/active, individual/group child initiated/staff initiated activities.
• Provide opportunities for co-workers to give input and feedback regarding curriculum, environment and the overall program.
• Cook up and delegate appropriate housekeeping activities that will insure health and safety to children (i.e., wiping spills, clearing debris, etc.).
• Approach issues and problems through teamwork and collaborative efforts and report conflicts in fair and appropriate manner.
• Focus on solving problems and think out ideas that may be best for children and families.
• Is collaborative and inclusive when faced with issues that arise with children and families.
• Genuinely care about and relate to all kinds of people constructively.

Requirements & Skills

• Highschool Diploma or GED
• 1 year experience with Frog Street
• 2-3 years experience in early childhood education.
• 1-2 years experience working with infants.
• Mets education criteria required by the state
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain
• Child Development permit or CDA preferred

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Retail savings plan
• Professional development opportunities
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee assistance program
• Company-sponsored events and activities

Pay

$13.00 - $15.50 per hour

Schedule

On-Site