Head Infant Caregiver

Summary

Pumpkin Patch Childcare and Learning Center is expanding its team. We are a family-owned childcare facility dedicated to providing a nurturing environment for young children. The Lead Infant Teacher plays a crucial role in the care, oversight, and management of the classroom, adhering to the regulations set forth by the State of Connecticut for Child Day Care Centers.

Key Responsibilities

• Exhibit exceptional leadership abilities
• Establish strong, nurturing connections with each child and foster positive relationships with families
• Ensure a safe and secure classroom atmosphere
• Support and track each child's physical, cognitive, language, and social/emotional growth
• Implement a play-based curriculum tailored to the developmental needs of infants
• Demonstrate effective organizational and planning capabilities
• Contribute to a constructive workplace culture and maintain a growth-oriented mindset

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or at least 18 years of age
• Ability to collaborate effectively with others
• Exhibit professionalism, punctuality, and reliability
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, along with basic computer proficiency
• Outstanding leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Must successfully complete a comprehensive background check
• Must pass a health screening

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience as a lead teacher in Early Childhood Education, particularly with infants
• Possession of a CDA or Head Teacher credential

Benefits Offered

• Employee discounts
• Health insurance coverage
• Paid time off
• Financial support for those pursuing a degree in Early Childhood Education through the Office of Early Childhood Education