Summary:

Responsible to follow the classroom Lead Teacher’s directions in order to implement the educational program in accordance with Center’s educational goals, objectives, and beliefs. Report directly to the classroom Lead Teacher, and consequently to the Center Supervisor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Infant and Toddler Teacher Aide is responsible for:

1. Reporting to work on time, signing in and out, and informing the Center Supervisor of absences in advance.

2. Carrying out the directions of Lead Teacher and/or Teachers.

3. Maintaining the classroom cleanliness, keeping the shelves, floors, and tables reasonably free of dust, dirt, paper, and food particles, under the direction of the Lead Teacher.

4. Helping the Lead Teacher to keep an orderly environment.

5. Informing the Lead Teacher of needed repairs to materials and equipment.

6. Washing all cots, tables, chairs, and toys as needed, at least once a month, using proper cleaning solutions and equipment.

7. Prepare materials as directed by the Lead Teacher.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other qualifications listed below are needed to adequately fulfill essential job duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Current TB clearance.
• High School Diploma/GED
• Must be 18 years of age
• Be able to pass fingerprinting background check with DHS
• Certified note/letter from Physician stating applicant is physical able to work with children.
• Have direct experience or training in the care of infants and/or very young children and their needs for consistency, warmth, alertness, and attentiveness that is required to nurture infants.
• Demonstrate that they enjoy caring for infants.

Education and/or Experience:

An Infant and Toddler Child Care Caregiver shall have:

1. A High School Diploma/GED

2. A high school vocational child care training course; or

3. An orientation training in the center

Please Submit a Cover Letter and Resume.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person