Toddler/Lead Infant Teacher
2 weeks ago
The Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher creates a nurturing and developmentally appropriate classroom environment that supports each child's cognitive, social, and emotional development. By implementing play-based and engaging activities, the Lead Teacher partners with Teacher Assistants to help every child reach key developmental milestones.
Key Responsibilities
Daily Care
- Maintain a safe, inclusive, and welcoming classroom setting.
- Prepare and serve meals and snacks according to the center's approved menus.
- Change diapers every two hours or as needed; assist toilet-trained children with bathroom routines.
- Record diapering, meals, naps, and daily notes in Brightwheel.
- Share at least one photo per child daily with families via Brightwheel.
- Comfort and reassure children when upset or distressed.
- Administer basic first aid and immediately report incidents to the Director.
- Use gentle calming methods (such as rocking or rubbing backs) to help children rest.
- Follow individual feeding and sleep schedules for each infant.
Learning & Classroom Activities
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons in literacy, math, science, art, and sensory exploration.
- Keep the classroom neat, engaging, and aligned with current themes.
- Offer open-ended sensory materials (e.g., sand, rice, water) to promote creativity and exploration.
- Use positive, age-appropriate redirection and guidance techniques.
- Collaborate with team members to maintain consistent routines and expectations.
- Cultivate a calm, positive, and encouraging classroom atmosphere.
Teamwork & Family Communication
- Provide guidance and mentorship to Teacher Assistants and aides.
- Build strong, trusting relationships with families through consistent communication, meetings, and Brightwheel updates.
Health, Safety & Compliance
- Comply with all licensing, health, and safety regulations, including diapering procedures, sun safety, and positive discipline policies.
- Complete required training and participate in ongoing professional development.
- Ensure continuous supervision of all children.
- Refrain from personal cell phone use during working hours.
Qualifications
Required
- Associate degree with at least 9 ECE credits, or CDA (preferred).
- Minimum of 3 years' experience with children ages 6 weeks–5 years.
- Must pass all background checks.
- Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
- Able to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Calm, dependable, and composed in emergencies.
Preferred
- Excellent multitasking and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and professionalism.
- Dependable, punctual, and adaptable to changing needs.
Physical Requirements
- Lift up to 50 lbs.
- Engage in active movement (bending, crawling, climbing, running, standing for long periods).
- Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Position Details
- Type: Full-Time
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts (no weekends)
- Pay: $17.00–$20.00/hour
- Setting: In-person
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Childcare discount
- Paid time off
- Opportunities for ongoing professional development
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $ $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Childcare
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
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