Lead Infant Teacher

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBenefits:

• 401(k)
• Training & development

The purpose of this document is to outline the specifications and responsibilities of the Infant Caregiver for The Learning Experience.

Reporting Responsibilities: The Infant Caregiver reports directly to the Center Director.

Job Description: The Infant Caregiver will plan, implement, and supervise the infant care program as designated by The Learning Experience while demonstrating exceptional professional conduct and consideration for the safety and well being of the children. The Infant Caregiver will serve in a co-teaching capacity based on center enrollment.

Qualifications: The Infant Caregiver must comply with the minimum educational standards as set forth by the company and current governmental regulations.

Experience: Previous experience caring for infants ages 6 weeks to one year.

Requirements and Certifications:
Must be at least 18 years of age
Be of good character and reputation
Be of sufficient physical, mental and emotional health to perform job duties satisfactorily
Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs
Possess skills, attributes and characteristics conducive to and suitable for dealing with children
Must speak English well enough to communicate with children, staff, management and parents
Must be able to read and write English well enough to prepare, complete and maintain administrative forms and records as required by current governmental regulations and company policies and procedures.
Knowledge of infant growth and development
Satisfy the mandatory physical and background checks as required by State and company regulations and policies
Infant CPR (Suggested)

Working Conditions:
The Infant Caregiver shall be primarily assigned to a single childcare center and be able to provide care during normal center hours and adhere to a schedule that may include evenings and weekends.

Primary Responsibilities:
First and foremost the Infant Caregivers responsibility will be to maintain the safety and well-being of the children and staff while implementing the Infant program in alignment with company policies, philosophies, and procedures.

Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Demonstrate a working knowledge of all current governmental rules and regulations that pertain to the operation of The Learning Experience centers
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of all policies and procedures contained in the Operations Manual, Employee Handbook, Student Enrollment Packet, and Curriculum Guides
Must implement and follow all infant care procedures as mandated in the current governmental rules and regulations and company policies and procedures
Compile individual observation and feeding/diapering reports on a daily basis, maintaining a file on each child as well as supplying the parents with the daily communication letter
Report all incidents immediately to the Center Director filing the appropriate forms and working with the Center Director for resolve and classroom improvement
Maintain Tour Ready classroom
Attend meetings as requested

Secondary Responsibilities:
Support center staff as requested
Help to maintain the general appearance of the center and its common areas

Attributes:
Good character and reputation
Nurturing
Cheerful
Creative
Responsible
Reliable
Well organized
Team oriented

Measures of Performance: The Infant Caregivers performance will be deemed acceptable when he/she:
Implements the infant program and manages an infant room to the satisfaction of the Area Director, The Center Director and the Corporate Office
Demonstrates the ability to communicate well with children, parents, staff and management
Maintains a professional appearance and attitude at all times Resolves issues in a timely manner
Follows procedural and record keeping duties accurately and efficiently Understands the needs of the children
Handles criticism and suggestions in a professional manner

It is the policy of the company to encourage employees to explore growth and training as well as support and assist other positions in tasks and duties above and beyond their normal scope of work. I have reviewed and understand the above scope of work.

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