Infant/Toddler Classroom Executive

Reports to: Program Director • FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt • Status: Full Time • Shift: Varies

About the Center

The Flance Early Learning Center is a diverse early childhood community that respects and nurtures children and adults in a trusting culture of love, empathy, compassion, and joy. An integral part of our mission and practice is to develop partnerships with families and community organizations that prepare and empower children to embrace learning, a strong sense of self, and social connection as essential tools for growth and achievement.

Responsibilities

• Provide care related to the safety, health, and hygiene of children in the Center.
• Actively contribute to staff meetings, attend parent meetings, and stay current in the field of early childhood education.
• Interact daily with children, their families, the Assistant Classroom Executive, the Executive Director, training consultants, and classroom volunteers.
• Plan, organize, and implement a program for a group of children consistent with the Creative Curriculum, Teaching Strategies, and Flance Center program, setting individual and group goals regularly.
• Maintain a safe and healthy classroom environment in accordance with Center policies, licensing, and best practices.
• Supportive contact with parents, including:
  • Writing reports
  • Conducting home visits and parent-teacher conferences
  • Attending parent group meetings
• Create continuity for children and families by participating in daily check-ins and information sharing with Assistant Classroom Executive(s), supervisor(s), and others.
• Manage the classroom using appropriate materials, daily routines, and emotionally supportive techniques.
• Maintain comprehensive records of children's growth and development, including individual plans and journal entries.
• Complete 15 or more continuing education hours per year.
• Conduct appropriate developmental screenings.

Skills and Attributes

• Ability to communicate with and maintain a welcoming and constructive relationship with children and adults.
• Patient, nurturing, flexible, and dedicated; willing to take responsibility and initiative.
• Able to see the individuality in every child.
• Ability to accept direction and coaching constructively; willing to learn about oneself and how it impacts teaching.
• Committed to continuous learning and growth as a professional.
• Ability to plan, organize, and adapt programs to different age groups.
• Must have CPR and First Aid training/certification.

Environmental Factors

• Primarily work in the classroom and outdoor play areas with high noise and activity levels.
• Children require constant supervision and cooperation by teachers.
• Requires a health screen, TB test, COVID vaccination, Hepatitis A vaccinations, and annual background check (includes fingerprinting).
• Expected to participate fully in the life of the Center.
• Able to lift and carry 25 lbs. and be active in the classroom and outdoors (including sitting on the floor, standing for long periods, squatting, bending, stooping, moving about quickly, etc.).

Qualifications

• AA, CDA, or a combination of education and experience equivalent to a degree in early childhood education required.
• Must be at least 18 years old and a high school graduate or equivalent.
• Knowledge of behavior management and Developmentally Appropriate Practices.
• Specific knowledge or experience working with infants/toddlers or preschool children, depending on the classroom.