Job Overview
We are seeking a passionate and energetic Infant and Toddler Teacher to join our early childhood education team. In this vital role, you will create a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment for our youngest learners. Your enthusiasm and expertise will inspire curiosity, foster social-emotional growth, and support the foundational skills necessary for lifelong learning. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children’s early development while working within a collaborative and supportive team.
HOURS: 7:30 AM-12:30 PM OR 12:30PM-5:30PM
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum plans that promote early literacy, numeracy, social skills, and physical development for infants and toddlers.
- Provide attentive care that meets each child's individual needs, including feeding, diapering, soothing, and ensuring safety at all times.
- Foster a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management and behavior management strategies that encourage cooperation and independence.
- Communicate regularly with parents or guardians about their child's progress, milestones, and any concerns to build strong partnerships.
- Support child development through intentional teaching practices grounded in early childhood education principles such as Montessori or other child-centered approaches.
- Maintain accurate documentation of developmental progress, daily activities, and incident reports in compliance with mandated reporting laws.
- Collaborate with colleagues to plan lessons that incorporate literacy education, physical activities, and social-emotional learning to promote holistic growth.
Requirements
- Prior experience working with children in a daycare, preschool, or early childhood education setting is essential.
- Knowledge of child development instruction, classroom management techniques, behavior management strategies, and early intervention methods.
- Certification in first aid and CPR is required to ensure safety during all activities.
- Strong communication skills to effectively engage with children, parents, and team members.
- Familiarity with childhood development milestones, standardized testing (if applicable), and special education needs is preferred.
- Ability to follow mandated reporting laws and maintain confidentiality regarding children's information.
- Experience with curriculum development, lesson planning, and teaching physical education or literacy activities is highly valued.
Join us in shaping the future by providing a warm, stimulating environment where infants and toddlers can thrive! We are dedicated to supporting your professional growth through ongoing training in early childhood education practices like Montessori methods or preschool teaching techniques. This paid role offers an enriching experience where your dedication makes a lasting difference in young lives!
Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
