Infant-Toddler Teacher

• This is an “At-Will” position

• This is a full time, hourly position

• Hours can vary according to the needs of the Center

• Overtime required depending on needs of Center

• Continuing education required - content to be determined on an ongoing basis by the Director

Description:

Plans and implements activities that promote the social emotional, physical, and intellectual growth of children 2 years to 6 years. Responsible for providing a safe and developmentally appropriate environment that complies with all relevant State regulations as well as Center policies and procedures.

Requirements

Principal Duties:

• Offer a program that meets the emotional, physical, social and intellectual needs of both the individual and the group

• Plan and present age appropriate activities for the children in cooperation with co-workers and the Program Specialist(s) or Curriculum Specialist

• Act as a role model to other staff and act as a team member

• Follow Center personnel and general policies

• Notify Supervisor(s) when parents do not adhere to Center policies or State regulations (i.e. child absent without parent notification, parent consistently failing to sign-in/out, etc.)

• Maintain sign-in/out cards according to State mandate

• Maintain daily schedule as posted in the classroom

• Create and implement lesson plans

• Maintain a classroom that is clean, safe, stimulating and is appropriate for each child’s developmental level

• Maintain classroom records

• Make families feel welcome at all times; greet parent and child at arrival and parent at departure, while maintaining appropriate boundaries

• Greet visitors to classroom with warm smile and greeting

• Consider the individual child in relationship to his/her culture and socioeconomic background

• Assume an equal share of the housekeeping responsibilities

• Promote healthy eating practices through participating in family-style meals and planning and implementing nutritional activities (as applicable)

• Meet and maintain Licensing requirements for ratio and supervision

• Create a safe, secure and loving environment for all enrolled children

• Develop a curriculum plan and schedules that meet the needs of children

• Ensure curriculum is appropriately carried out in the indoor and the outdoor environment

• Complete DRDP+’s in a timely manner and relay to parents at conferences

• Assist in NAEYC or other accreditation

• Make sure the outdoor environment is kept clean (i.e. sidewalks swept, toys put away, etc.)

• Understand and implement all regulations for indoor and outdoor safety

• Hold parent conferences as needed

• Identify special needs of children and or families

• Understand and comply with Title 22 regulations

• Participate in special events, fundraising and professional conferences

Other:

• Understand responsibilities as a Mandated Reporter

• Ability to be flexible in assignment and work hours required

• CPR and First Aid Certification

• Other duties as assigned

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Work is primarily performed in the Center environment

• Work effectively in a dynamic environment with a high level of activity

• Lift a minimum of 50 pounds

• Have the visual acuity to supervise children

• Have the ability to hear children speaking in a normal tone as well as hear any alarms

• Sustain a high level of energy

• Stand up to 95% of the day

• Assume postures in low-level positions that best allow physical and visual contact with children

• Bend to perform various tasks numerous times throughout the day

• Stoop, sit on the floor

• Have the ability to move from a seated position to a standing position promptly to respond to emergency situations

• Perform all activities with children (i.e. jump, dance, walk, run, etc.) for extended periods of time

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum of 12 ECE, Title 22-certified units (i.e. Child/Human Growth &

Development - 3 units, Child Family & Community - 3 units, Program

/Curriculum - 3 units & Infant Care & Development - 3 units). Applicant must be eligible to be teacher-qualified as per Title 22 and Community Care

Licensing. Applicant must have 3 units of infant/toddler coursework, regardless of the classroom assignment. Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood

Education preferred. A minimum of 6 months experience as a preschool teacher or infant/toddler teacher is required.

Supervises: Instructional Assistant

Reports to: Program Specialist and the Director

St. Andrew's Children's Center provided the following inclusive hiring information:

We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

• Fully or partially paid childcare
• Paid time off

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Education:

• High school or equivalent

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification
• COVID Vaccination

Work Location: In person