What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Childhood Infant Teacher position at A Bright Future For Tomorrow Academy?
Job Description
Job Description
Summary
An Infant Teacher is responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for infants, typically aged 6 weeks to 18 months.
Infant teachers play a pivotal role in fostering early childhood development by promoting physical, social, emotional, and cognitive growth in the youngest learners.
They create an environment that prioritizes the well-being and individualized care of each infant.
Duties
Infant Care :
Provide attentive care to infants, including feeding, diapering, and maintaining nap schedules.
Foster attachment and bonding through positive interactions and responsive caregiving.
Curriculum Development :
Develop and implement age- appropriate activities that support infant development, including tummy time, sensory exploration, and early language experiences.
Create a nurturing and responsive environment that encourages exploration and learning.
Safety and Hygiene :
Ensure a safe and clean environment by following health and hygiene guidelines, including sanitation and infection control procedures.
Maintain a secure and baby-proofed classroom.
Parent Communication :
Establish open and regular communication with parents or guardians to share daily updates on infant care routines, milestones, and needs.
Conduct parent -teacher conferences to discuss goals, achievements, and areas for improvement.
Emotional Support :
Provide emotional support to both infants and their families during the transition from home to daycare setting.
Create a warm and welcoming atmosphere that eases separation anxiety.
Developmental Milestones :
Track and document developmental milestones and behaviors, sharing observations with parents and caregivers.
Creative Activities :
Organize and lead age-appropriate creative activities that stimulate sensory exploration, fine and gross motor skills, and cognitive development.
Team Collaboration :
Collaborate with other teachers and support staff to ensure the smooth operation of the childcare center and coordinate activities for different age groups.
Continuous Professional Development :
Stay updated on best practices in infant care, early childhood education, and child development through training, workshops, and professional development opportunities.
Requirements
Associate or Bachelor 's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field ( preferred).
CPR and First Aid certification (often required)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Patience, empathy, and a genuine love for working with infants.
Knowledge of infant development milestones and best practices in infant care and early childhood education.
Background check and fingerprinting (often required).
Immunization records and health screenings (often required)
Experience working with infants in a childcare or early childhood setting (preferred).
Nice To Haves
Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education or related field of study with a minimum of 30 credits in ECE.
Childhood Development Associate
Benefits
Paid holidays, vacation, and paid training.
TECTA or Child Development Associate with opportunities of furthering education.
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