Infant Development Specialist

4 weeks ago

Seattle, Washington, United States Catalyst Family Inc Full time
Job Summary

Catalyst Family Inc is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Infant Development Specialist to join our team. As an Infant Development Specialist, you will play a vital role in establishing a climate of respect for each infant/toddler's individual personality, physical characteristics, traits, temperament, language, and family culture.

Key Responsibilities
  • Create and implement individual developmentally appropriate curriculum and small group experiences that are directly connected to the interests and development of infants/toddlers.
  • Understand the growth and development of infants/toddlers ages zero-three years and meet their needs based on their developmental age.
  • Keep infant/toddlers healthy and safe by connecting proper supervision, following compliance regulations, positive, empathetic, consistent interactions, healthy habits, and nurturing culturally diverse relationships.
  • Create, implement and maintain intentional, enriched and supportive learning environments connected to curriculum and quality experiences that are appropriate for all children and allow opportunities for safe risks.
  • Ensure the environment meets the needs of the developmental age of infant/toddlers as they grow through the first three years of life.
  • Provide excellent customer service by establishing and maintaining authentic connections and reciprocal, culturally responsive relationships with children, families, communities and center/classroom team.
  • Complete a daily report and provide continual evaluation for families detailing the child's individual progress and developmental milestones.
  • Work collaboratively with fellow staff by connecting work place values, education, and experience to provide the highest quality programs and creative workplaces.
Work Environment

All infant Development Specialists are expected to demonstrate behaviors that are essential for successful programs and environment including the following:

  • Positive, nurturing, patient, and developmentally appropriate interactions with infants/toddlers.
  • Maintain kind, respectful, and safe emotional and physical environments for children.
  • Be on time and present on a regularly scheduled basis.
  • Be supportive and nurturing in outdoor and indoor programs.
  • Be physically and mentally capable of interacting with infants/toddlers zero to three meeting all their needs and ensuring their safety.
  • Be aware of and implement safety guidelines; report any health & safety issues or incidents to management, and remain calm if providing first aid (as needed) during emergency situations.
Physical & Environmental Conditions

Infant Development Specialists are responsible for various program elements on a daily basis and will routinely be exposed to indoor and outdoor elements. Infant Development Specialists may be required to:

  • Visually inspect the environment for hazards to children and implement preventative actions, set up cones to limit the play area to maintain a safe environment for children.
  • Be comfortable with occasional loud noise in or outside the classroom during active/loud activities.
  • Be comfortable holding, lifting diapering and nurturing infants and toddlers ages 0-3 years during caregiving routines.
  • Be comfortable with frequent bending, lifting, twisting, reaching, pushing and pulling.
  • Push, lift, carry, and hold various objects up to 15 lbs. - by individual or team effort - such as equipment carts, emergency back packs, food coolers, classroom furnishings, and other similar program materials.
  • Work inside the classroom or outside the room in all weather conditions which are safe for children.
  • Traverse various terrains (grass, blacktop, dirt) and heights (ladders, playgrounds) depending on the school outdoor environment.
  • Adapt to the physical level of infants/toddlers (example, sitting on the floor, kneeling, squatting) for activities and problem-solving/interactions.
  • Supervise walks around the community.
Qualifications & Experience

Infant Development Specialists are the individuals with the highest educational qualifications assigned to a group of children/classroom/center/program. They may also direct/supervise other members of the teaching team.

Education

Education and permit requirements may vary by center needs/require at least three units specific to the Infant/Toddler (0-3yrs) age group.

  • 24 units in child development, early childhood development or related field, plus 16 general education units and (at least three units in Infant/Toddler (0-3) specifically).
  • AA degree in ECE, CD, or related field from a national accredited college.
  • BA degree in ECE, CD, or related field from a national accredited college/university.
  • Teacher or above Child Development Permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
  • Any degree must also include at least three units in Infant/Toddler (0-3yrs) specifically.

Experience & Skills

  • 2 years of experience in a group care environment where care/teaching was provided for a consistent age group preferred.
  • 1 year experience supervising adults or equivalent Adult Supervision units preferred.
  • Effective problem solving, conflict resolution, classroom management, and communication with children and families.
  • Effective organization, time management, curriculum and assessment documentation (Individualized lesson plans, portfolios, anecdotal notes).
  • Ability to work alongside colleagues and maintain a professional team environment.
  • Current adult and infant/child CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
  • Bilingual/Multilingual language preference based on individual center needs.

Shift Type: Full Time, Seasonal (Projected months of work April 2024 - October 2024)

Schedule: 8-hour shift between the hours of 5am - 5:30pm

Compensation: $ - $ hourly

What We Offer:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
  • Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), and Long-Term Disability (LTD) employer paid coverage.
  • 401(k) Retirement plan and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Personal Health Advocate.
  • Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
  • Education Reimbursement Program.
  • Commuter pre-tax benefit.
  • Discounted childcare.
  • Access to the Calm app.
  • Tickets at Work employee discounts.
  • Be constantly in a learning and growth process with trainings and professional growth advisory.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace.

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