EEC Certified Infant Teacher

About the position

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Infant Teacher to join our early childhood education team. The ideal candidate will create a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children, fostering their social, emotional, and cognitive development. This role involves implementing age-appropriate curricula, engaging with students in meaningful ways, and collaborating with parents to support each child's growth.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans that align with early childhood education standards.
• Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment that encourages exploration and learning.
• Monitor and assess children's progress in various developmental areas, including social skills, language acquisition, and motor skills.
• Utilize effective behavior management strategies to maintain a positive classroom atmosphere.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding their child's development and classroom activities.
• Collaborate with special education professionals to support children with diverse learning needs.
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom space that promotes learning through play.
• Participate in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.

Requirements

• Department of Early Education and Care Teacher Certification I/T REQUIRED
• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred.
• Experience working with infant-aged children in a classroom setting is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of childhood development principles and practices.
• Strong classroom management skills with the ability to engage children effectively.
• Experience in caregiving or special education is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact positively with children, parents, and colleagues.
• A genuine love for teaching and nurturing young minds is essential.
• SIDS training.

Nice-to-haves

• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
• Experience in caregiving or special education is a plus.