What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Infant Teacher position at Destiny Christian Academy?
Infant Teacher must be 21 years
General Teacher Requirements:
Degree or Certificate in Early Childhood Education (or related field)
Associate's/ Bachelor's Degree
Child Development Associate's (CDA) Credential
Familiar with childcare policies
Familiar with Licensing Rules/Regulations
Accustomed to childcare environment
Passion for Education (Early Childhood- Ages 6weeks-5years)
Passion for Children
Passion for Family Engagement (partnering with parents)
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement an appropriate infant/toddler program for young children.
Plan and implement activities to support the physical, emotional, social and cognitive development of infants.
Weekly, submit a lesson plan with a theme that will encompass music, math, reading, writing, science, arts, etc. learning
Guide children as they play and learn simultaneously as supported by the Creative Curriculum
Implement appropriate re-directive methods that will reinforce norms expected for each child
Provide a loving, healthy, and safe environment for the children while they are in your care
Maintain a fun, well organized and clean environment that children are comfortable learning in
Conduct two parent/teacher conferences each year to discuss child's portfolio
Be sure that children are supervised at ALL TIMES
Build each child's self-esteem as you engage in healthy conversations and educational experiences with them
Comfort children in an appropriate manner as needed Implement positive discipline as needed
Clearly and effectively communicate with children in a manner that they can understand
At no time will physical aggression be acceptable and is grounds for immediate dismissal)
Observe the children and make regular notes of their progress
Identify children showing signs of emotional, developmental, or health-related problems, and discuss them with supervisors, parents or guardians, and child development specialists. Communicate with Other Staff and Families
Maintain a positive work environment by keeping all communication professional and kind
Find creative ways to partner with teachers to implement center wide or small group projects
Suggest ideas to the Director, Assistant Director, and/or Event Planner to enhance quality care
Maintain confidentiality when communicating with families and children within your classroom
Make a constant effort to daily discuss positives and areas of development about the children to their parents/guardians
Complete required online and/or hand-written daily reports on each child
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $12.00 - $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12 - $16
