Infant/Toddler Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

The "Childcare Specialist" is responsible for providing a safe and developmentally appropriate daycare program for the children of "Especially Children Child Care Development Center" in accordance with all relevant policies and procedures. The "Childcare Specialist" will be responsible for planning and implementing a program to care for young children. They must ensure the development and safety of these children in accordance with all relevant policies and procedures of this facility. This person must also be respectful of children, parents, and ensure that equipment and facilities are clean, safe and well maintained.

 

What You'll Do

1. Develop and implement a program for young children

Plan and implement activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs

Provide nutritious snacks and lunches

Provide adequate equipment and activities

Ensure equipment and the facility are clean, well maintained and safe at all times

Provide weekly and monthly schedules of activities

Develop culturally appropriate programs and activities

Develop activities that introduce math and literacy concepts

Establish policies and procedures including acceptable disciplinary policies

Be familiar with emergency procedures

 

1. Supervise children in the childcare center

Ensure children are supervised at all times

Provide various experiences and activities for children including songs, games and story telling

Provide opportunities for sleep and rest time

Build children's esteem

Establish routines and provide positive guidance

Provide a safe and secure environment for children to feel comfortable

Implement positive discipline when required

Clearly and effectively communicate in a manner that children understand

 

1. Maintain program administration

Keep parents informed of program expectations, program activities and their child's progress

Develop and maintain current, accurate and confidential client files

Develop daily activity plans

Requirements

The person for this position must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:

Child development practices.

Safe and appropriate activities for children.

Policies and procedures to ensure that children are always supervised and safe

 

The person for this position must demonstrate the following skills

Team building

Supervisory

Analytical and problem solving

Decision making

Effective verbal and listening communications

Stress management

Time management

The incumbent must also demonstrate the following personal attributes:

Be respectful

Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity

Be flexible

Demonstrate sound work ethics

Be consistent and fair

Be compassionate and understanding

Be able to build esteem while ensuring a safe and secure environment

Nice To Haves

Six months experience working in a licensed childcare facility

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education

Must be able to lift up 35 lbs.

Benefits

• Paid Holiday

  Vacation/Holiday Time

  401K

  Health Insurance