Job Overview
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Lead Infant Toddler Teacher to join our vibrant early childhood education team. In this role, you will serve as a key leader in creating a nurturing, engaging, and educational environment for our youngest learners. Your expertise will help foster their developmental growth through innovative curriculum development, personalized child development instruction, and effective classroom management. You will inspire a team of educators while building strong relationships with families to ensure each child's unique needs are met. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's lives during their most formative years.
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning and implementation of age-appropriate curriculum that promotes early childhood development, literacy, math, and physical education.
- Oversee daily classroom activities, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment for infants and toddlers.
- Manage classroom routines, behavior management strategies, and individualized learning plans aligned with child welfare standards.
- Collaborate with families through regular communication about their child's progress, milestones, and any special education or early intervention needs.
- Supervise and mentor teaching staff, fostering professional growth in areas such as classroom management, lesson planning, and childhood development instruction.
- Ensure compliance with mandated reporting laws and maintain accurate documentation of child progress and incident reports.
- Incorporate best practices in preschool teaching, preschool experience techniques, and standardized testing where applicable to support each child's learning journey.
Skills
- Extensive experience working with children in early childhood education settings, including toddler care and preschool teaching.
- Strong knowledge of child development principles, behavior management techniques, and classroom management strategies.
- Proven ability to develop engaging curricula that incorporate literacy education, math skills, physical education, and social-emotional learning.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with children, parents, staff, and community partners.
- Familiarity with special education practices, early intervention programs, and mandated reporting laws.
- Ability to lead lesson planning sessions that align with developmental milestones and educational standards.
- Certifications in first aid and CPR; experience working with children requiring special accommodations is preferred.
- Must be willing to complete CDA certification
Join us in shaping the future by providing high-quality care and education for our youngest learners! We are committed to supporting your professional growth while ensuring a positive environment where children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Pay: $10.00 - $13.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
