What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infant Teacher position at The Branch Reading Plus Program?
Summary
As an Infant Teacher, you will be responsible for nurturing and educating infants in a safe and engaging environment. Reporting to the Lead Teacher, your role focuses on fostering early childhood development through structured activities and play. You will utilize your core skills in infant care, daycare, and early childhood education to create a stimulating classroom experience. Additionally, your premium skills in first aid and special education will ensure the well-being of all children. Join our dedicated team to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young learners.
Responsibilities:
- Create and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities for children in the daycare center
- Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow
- Supervise and engage with children during playtime, mealtime, and naptime
- Foster positive social interactions among children and encourage cooperation and sharing
- Monitor children's development and behavior, and communicate any concerns to parents or guardians
- Maintain a clean and organized classroom environment
- Follow all health and safety guidelines, including administering first aid when necessary
Skills:
- Classroom management: Ability to create a structured and organized learning environment for children
- Preschool: Knowledge of early childhood education principles and practices for preschool-aged children
- Toddler care: Experience in caring for toddlers, including meeting their physical, emotional, and developmental needs
- Daycare: Understanding of the unique challenges and responsibilities of working in a daycare setting
- Caregiving: Ability to provide compassionate care to children, ensuring their well-being and happiness
- First aid: Knowledge of basic first aid procedures to respond to accidents or injuries
- Childhood development: Familiarity with the stages of child development and appropriate activities for each stage
- Infant care: Experience in caring for infants, including feeding, diapering, and soothing techniques
- Early childhood education: Understanding of educational theories and practices for young children
- Experience with children: Previous experience working with children in a daycare or educational setting
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the daycare center.
Qualifications
- Experience in early childhood education and infant care
- Strong classroom management skills
- Background in daycare and preschool settings
- Ability to provide nurturing and supportive care for infants & toddlers
- Certification in First Aid and CPR
- Proven experience working with children and understanding their developmental needs
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $14.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
Ability to Commute:
- Huntsville, AL 35803 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14