Overview
Join our newly opened child care and preschool team as an Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher, where your passion for nurturing young children will help lay the foundation for their lifelong learning and development. In this vital role, you will create a warm, engaging classroom environment that promotes exploration, social-emotional growth, and early literacy skills. Your expertise will inspire young learners and support their individual developmental needs through innovative curriculum development and compassionate caregiving. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of infants and toddlers while working alongside dedicated professionals committed to excellence in early childhood education.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans tailored to infants and toddlers, incorporating best practices in early childhood education, literacy, and physical development.
- Foster a safe, nurturing classroom environment that encourages curiosity, independence, and positive social interactions among children.
- Utilize effective behavior management and classroom management techniques to promote a respectful and organized learning space.
- Communicate regularly with parents and guardians about children's progress, milestones, and any concerns related to child welfare or development.
- Collaborate with colleagues to develop individualized plans for children requiring special education or early intervention services.
- Maintain compliance with mandated reporting laws and ensure adherence to health and safety standards, including first aid and CPR certification.
- Engage in ongoing professional development related to childhood development, Montessori methods, preschool teaching strategies, and standardized testing where applicable.
Qualifications
- Proven experience working with children in a daycare, preschool, or early childhood education setting, with a focus on infants and toddlers.
- Strong knowledge of child development principles, behavior management techniques, and classroom management strategies.
- Experience developing curriculum that promotes literacy education, physical activity (including experience teaching physical education), and overall childhood welfare.
- Familiarity with special education practices, early intervention programs, and HighScope curriculum is highly desirable.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively engage with children, parents, colleagues, and community partners.
- Certification in first aid and CPR; knowledge of mandated reporting laws is required.
- Ability to plan engaging lessons that incorporate math concepts, childhood development milestones, and standardized testing when appropriate.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team dedicated to fostering an inclusive learning environment.
Embark on a rewarding career where your dedication transforms the early learning experiences of infants and toddlers! We are committed to supporting your growth as an educator while providing a nurturing environment for the children you serve.
Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
