Job Type Full-timeDescriptionPay: $16.00/hourJob Type: Full-time (40 hours/week), permanent position with full benefit package (including a free family membership)Looking for a qualified, loving, infant room teacher. Must have Infant/Toddler Credential to lead a pyramid model-based infant room. Duties include planning and implementing age-appropriate and exciting classroom curriculum that actively engages the children, keeping the children safe while building independent problem solving skills, nurturing the children through encouragement and gentle redirection, and maintaining a clean, orderly and inviting classroom full of activity choices.RequirementsQUALIFICATIONS:
- Must have previous childcare experience as a lead teacher or assistant teacher.
- Creativity, flexibility, high energy levels, patience, strong organizational skills, problem-solving skills, and demonstrated success as a leader and a team player.
- Ability to observe/evaluate groups of children by sight, sound, and active interaction.
- Ability to easily move through all areas of the childcare rooms and communicate effectively verbally and in written form with children and adults.
- Infant/Toddler Credential
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Prior to work, all staff will be required to provide a Physician-signed health examination and complete a fingerprint background check.
- Must be able to routinely lift, carry and load equipment, furnishings, and program supplies (up to 50 pounds).
CERTIFICATIONS:
- Must meet the qualifications for Teacher under the DCF 251 Licensing Rules for Group Child Care Centers.
- Must have Infant/Toddler Credential to lead a pyramid model-based infant room.
- CPR/AED/First Aid certification within 60 days of hire.
Salary Description $14.50 - $16