Infant/Toddler Teacher or Teacher Associate

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

We are a faith-based early education center in Woodstock, VT, committed to excellence in early childhood education, rooted in Christian values. Our inclusive environment welcomes children of all abilities. We strive to provide physical, emotional, and spiritual support to each family. We're seeking a highly motivated, full-time qualified Lead Teacher or Teacher Associate for our infant, toddler class, or PreK-2 After School classes. As a Teacher or Teacher Associate, you will help create a caring and safe environment, engage children in learning, and demonstrate love, kindness, and patience. Your daily interactions will have a lasting impact on our little ones. Our schedule is Monday through Friday, ranging from 8am to 5pm, with flexibility for start times. This is a 30-40 hour per week position, and after school program is 15-20 hours per week.

What You'll Do

• Immerse yourself in a variety of physical activities, including walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting, as you provide exceptional care to our children.
• Develop and implement a high-quality, faith-informed educational program that sets our young minds ablaze with curiosity and wonder.
• Nurture positive relationships with families, children, and staff by being a shining example of love, kindness, and patience.
• Bring activities to life by implementing developmentally appropriate learning experiences based on approved curriculum and assessments.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of our children by supervising activities with utmost care.
• Keep our classrooms tidy and organized, a testament to your attention to detail and dedication to excellence.
• Stay connected with your team through regular staff meetings and in-service workshops.
• Commit to ongoing professional growth by completing at least 15 hours of approved professional development annually.

Requirements

Teacher:

1. Have one of the following:

• Qualifications to lead groups per VT regulations
• At least a Vermont Early Childhood Ladder Career Ladder Level Four, A or B certificate
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college with a major or concentration in Early Childhood, Child or Human Development, Elementary Education, Special Education, or Child and Family Services; and at least 12 months experience working with children from grade 3 or younger
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college with at least 30 college credits in early childhood or school age and at least 12 months experience with children from grade 3 or younger
• Hold at least a current Vermont Agency of Education teaching license with an endorsement in Early Childhood, Early Childhood Special Education, or Elementary Education

• Clear background check and fingerprinting through the Child Development Division
• Complete Vermont Orientation training online prior to being left alone with children
• Complete Vermont Mandated Reporter training for child abuse and neglect
• Obtain certification in pediatric first aid and infant/child CPR within 6 months of date of hire
• Be able to lift 35 pounds or more
• Be able to move equipment or furniture for classroom activities and routine cleaning

Teacher Associate:

1. Be a high school graduate or have completed a GED

• Have one of the following:

1. At least a Vermont Early Childhood Career Ladder Level Three Certificate
2. At least an associate degree from an accredited college with a major or concentration in Early Childhood, Child or Human Development, Elementary Education, Special Education, or Child and Family Services; and at least 12 months experience working with children from grade 3 or younger
3. At least a Certificate of Completion from the Registered Child Care Apprenticeship Program
4. At least a Child Care Certificate from the Community College of Vermont and at least 12 months experience working with children from grade 3 or younger
5. At least successful completion of 21 college credits with an early childhood or school age focus and at least 12 months experience working with children from grade 3 or younger

• Clear background check and fingerprinting through the Child Development Division
• Complete Vermont Orientation training online prior to being left alone with children
• Complete Vermont Mandated Reporter training for child abuse and neglect
• Obtain certification in pediatric first aid and infant/child CPR within 6 months of date of hire
• Be able to lift 35 pounds or more
• Be able to move equipment or furniture for classroom activities and routine cleaning

Nice To Haves

A bachelor's degree in ECE or a related field is a desirable asset, enhancing your qualifications and expertise in early childhood education.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
• Family Leave
• Educational: paid trainings, college tuition assistance
• Staff tuition discount