Toddler/Early Head Start Teacher

3 days ago

Lansing, Illinois, United States A Step Up Career Academy - Center Full time

About us

A Step Up Career Academy - Center is a company in EDUCATION in Lansing, IL We are a professional, fun, and creative team.

Our work environment includes:

  • Company perks
  • Modern office setting
  • Growth opportunities
  • Lively atmosphere
  • On-the-job training
  • Safe work environment
  • Casual work attire
  • Regular social events

A Step Up Career Academy is looking for a qualified Toddler/Early Head Start Teacher. The Toddler/Early Head Start Teacher will prepare toddler children for preschool by easing them into a structured educational environment. A toddler/early head start teacher must have a great love and patience for children. Qualifications needed to teach them effectively include knowledge of best practices and toddler educational methods, as well as the ability to engage them and earn their trust and attention. The goal is to contribute to the healthy mental and emotional development of the child, enabling them to acclimate to the next level of education more easily.

****A STEP UP CAREER ACADEMY CENTER TEACHER CANDIDATES MUST HAVE 1 OF THE FOLLOWING TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION:

  • CDA in INFANT/TODDLER
  • Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development (with at least 12 credits of infant/toddler coursework).

****THIS IS A PERMANENT POSITION WITH FULL-TIME WORK HOURS. The available shift for this position is 8:30 am - 5:30 pm ****

  • Responsibilities
  • -Candidates must be comfortable changing diapers/pull-ups.
  • -Candidates must be comfortable with potty training.
  • -Develop a careful and creative program suitable for toddlers.
  • -Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media, etc.) to teach children.
  • -Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem.
  • -Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments.
  • -Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (identify shapes, numbers, or colors, do crafts, etc.).
  • -Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are safe at all times.
  • -Track children's progress and report to parents.
  • -Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children's background and psyche.
  • -Collaborate with other educators.
  • -Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards.
  • Skills
  • -Proven experience as a Toddler Teacher for at least 2 years in a child care center.
  • -Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and toddler educational methods.
  • -Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms.
  • -Excellent communication and instructional skills.
  • -Ability to act as mediator between children.
  • -Cool-tempered, friendly, reliable, dependable, and loyal.
  • -Certification in child CPR.
  • -DCFS REQUIRED TRAININGS: Mandated Reporter, SIDS, Shaken Baby, Trauma Informed Care, Child Development, Health & Safety & Food Handler.
  • -CDA in INFANT/TODDLER is preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $ $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • Please share the best phone number to contact you.
  • Please share the best email address to contact you.
  • Please share your desired pay rate.
  • One of the necessary qualifications for the position is an Infant/Toddler CDA, 33 college credits with 6 credit hours in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development (CD), or an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in ECE or CD. Do you have one of the required credentials, and can you provide proof?

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

  • Childcare: 2 years (Preferred)
  • Toddler care: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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