What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infant/Toddler Teacher position at One Love Childcare Center?
Scope of Work:
Infant/Toddler Teachers work with our youngest students, ages ranging from 6 weeks to 2 years old. Teachers encourage children to discover their world through play. By providing age-appropriate curriculum, classroom set ups, and activities. This position will assist with the development, implementation and supervision of center-based age-appropriate activities and maintenance of safe learning environments.
Minimum Qualifications:
12 ECE or Child Development (CD) Units, including core courses (child/human growth and development; child/family/community AND curriculum) and 3 Infant/Toddler units PLUS 16 General Education Units OR AA or higher in ECE or related field with 3 units supervised field experience in ECE setting.
Holds, or is eligible for a Teacher or Master Teacher Permit.
Must be willing to continue educational growth.
Fingerprints clearance through Department of Justice for Child Abuse Index Check and Criminal Record Statement.
Ability to speak, read, and write the English Language fluently.
Knowledge and experience in working with children with special needs including social/emotional needs.
Knowledge of and sensitivity to the cultural background of the children and families being served.
Ability to relate to children and adults in a positive, respectful manner.
Ability to lift and/or carry children up to 50lbs.
Ability to supervise/work with a staff of varying educational and experiential backgrounds with sensitive leadership, maturity, and stability.
CPR and First Aid training
Responsibilities and Duties: (included but not limited to)
*Maintain a professional, loving atmosphere for infants at all times.
*Work closely with all teaching staff ensuring clear communication regarding children and their care.
*Give bottles to infants as provided by parents.
*Feed infants solid foods age appropriate provided by parents.
*Change diapers as needed.
*Soothe infants by singing to, talking, cuddling them.
*Supervise infants on the floor with appropriate toys.
*Ensure play, sleep, eating, and changing areas are cleaned and sanitized after each use.
*Ability to organize and facilitate age-appropriate curriculum daily.
*Facilitate positive communication with parents and staff.
*Understand and comply with Licensing Regulations in Title 22, Child Care Center.
*Occasionally stay after hours due to Open House, Christmas Production, Special Events set forth in the school year calendar.
*Hold or qualify for Assistant Teachers Permit in ECE and working toward a Master Teacher Permit or higher.
*Ability to speak, read, and write English fluently (Bi-Lingual a plus).
*Physical ability to lift and carry children up to 50lbs if necessary, move quickly when required.
*Relate to children, parents, and staff in a professional, loving, and respectful manner at all times.
Skills and Specifications: (recommended)
*Compassion
*Creativity
*Alertness
*Good Planner
*Flexibility
*Excellent Team Builder
*Superior communication skills both verbal and written
*Patience
*Consistency
*Excellent supervisory skills
*Superior stress management skills
Compensation: based on education and experience
Employment Type: Full-Time
Benefits: 1 year employment required
Hours: 7:30-4:30 or 8:30-5:30 Monday-Friday
One Love Childcare Center has both Infant/Toddler Program as well as a Preschool Program. Each program is monitored by the Director. The Preschool teacher will report directly to the Director.
Looking for Teachers for Fall 2024
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $25
