Infant Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

We are searching for full-time Infant Teacher. The ideal candidate would exhibit a passionate and enthusiastic attitude towards working with babies.

The teacher will be responsible for maintaining a positive and developmentally appropriate, nurturing environment. Teachers create a curriculum in line with the school's philosophy that meets the intellectual and emotional needs of all of our children. The successful candidate will work closely with the Director, co-teacher and parents to ensure children participate in activities that promote enrichment, movement, emotional well-being to their learners.

What You'll Do

• Design and deliver planned activities
• Establishing and maintaining a safe, nurturing, and healthy learning environment
• Supervising daily activities in the classroom
• Observing and assessing children's development
• Establishing positive and productive relationships with families
• Conducting parent/teacher conferences twice a year
• Setting developmentally appropriate expectations for children and using positive reinforcement techniques for child behaviors using Conscious Discipline techniques
• Lifting children and/or equipment
• Bending, sitting, and standing for extended periods of time
• Exhibiting a warm, supportive attitude toward children
• Adapting to changes within the program
• Performing other duties as required
• Willing to have fun!

Requirements

• At least 18 years old
• High School Diploma or GED
• Registry of Wisconsin certificate or ability to become lead teacher certified is required ( we provide all materials to reach lead teacher certification ).
• 15 hours of training in infant and toddler care for teachers assigned with this age group. Must be completed within 6 months after assuming the position.

Nice To Haves

• 2 years of experience working in the child care field
• CPR/First Aid Training, SBS Training, and Child Abuse and Neglect Training
• Bilingual (English & Spanish)

Benefits

Supportive team environment with a focus on both professional and personal wellness

• Constant classroom support from floaters and admin team
• Family friendly environment with fun activities planned to engage the preschool community
• Competitive wages above the county-wide average
• Paid time off, rewarding employee longevity
• Paid holidays
• Healthcare with different options to best meet your needs
• Paid weekly planning time, staff meetings, 2 professional development days
• 1 hour break every day
• Anniversary bonuses
• Employee childcare discount (50%) when spots are available