Lead and Assistant Teachers

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to design and execute daily activities and routines catering to the unique needs of each child
• Ensure a safe and healthy learning environment, adhering to all licensing and accreditation standards
• Aid in the planning and implementation of educational and recreational activities that help children develop their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual capabilities
• Ensure play, sleep and changing areas are sanitized and kept clean
• Engage in regular and effective communication with families, providing updates on their child's progress and developmental milestones
• Actively participate in professional development opportunities and staff meetings to remain abreast of the latest best practices in early childhood education

Requirements

• Minimum of a high school diploma/GED
• Possession of a CDA, AA or higher degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field is a plus
• At least one year of child care experience working in a licensed ODJFS child care program
• Experience teaching and working with children between the ages of 6 weeks to 2 years of age
• Current physical and ability to pass BCI/FBI background check
• Basic language, written, and computer skills necessary for communication and documentation
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices for infants and young children
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Reliable, compassionate, and able to create a warm, nurturing and responsive environment for children and families
• Must be dependable and maintain a good work record as to punctuality and daily attendance

Qualifications

• Current legal authorization to work in the United States
• Tdap and MMR Vaccination
• TB Screening

Skills

• Ability to kneel, bend, squat, stand, and sit on child-sized furniture or on the floor for extended periods
• Repetitive lifting and moving children, with a weight capacity of up to 50lbs
• Comfort working in a moderate to noisy environment
• Preparedness to assist children in emergency situations
• Physical ability to stay within arm's reach of children, ensuring proximity and safety
• Participation in safety drills, adhering to guidelines including relocating children, which may involve moving cribs with multiple children to designated safe areas
• Endurance to withstand varying outdoor conditions and temperatures for prolonged durations throughout all seasons

Benefits

• Health and Wellness Benefits: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Financial and Retirement Benefits: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (with up to 3% Company Match)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Parental Leave, Paid Holidays, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Leave
• No Weekend Work
• One-Hour Lunch Breaks
• Professional Development: Paid Professional Development Days, Employer-Sponsored Child Development Associate (CDA) Program
• Workplace Perks: Heavily Discounted Child Care, Referral Bonus Program (New Family & Staff Referrals), Free Coffee, Tea, and Snacks, Bright and Inviting Facility, with Dedicated Staff Break Areas