Infants/Toddlers Teacher

Job Description

Job Description
Summary

Job descriptionResponsibilities:

• Provide a nurturing, educational and child centered classroom
• Follow the Policies and Procedures set out by the Program
• Prepare daily reports on children, communicate with parents when necessary and attend monthly staff meeting
• Attend: professional development training as specific
• Implement daily, weekly, and monthly curriculum and observation/evaluation of the children program
• Conduct parent-teacher conferences
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:
Minimum: High School diploma
•Two years' experience

• Working knowledge and experience with implementation of the Early Learning Development Guidelines
• Knowledgeable on the CT Department of Public Health Child Care Regulations
• Have leadership skills that enables the candidate to lead a classroom, problem solving, engage with parents and staff, and be responsible for the classroom

Hours: Monday – Friday flexible schedule to be determined by the Director
Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18 - $20 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 35 per week
Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Stamford, CT (Required)

Work Location: In person

Duties

Curriculum and Instruction

• Design and implement developmentally appropriate learning experiences aligned with CT ELDS
• Utilize DOTS for ongoing assessment and documentation of children's development
• Create lesson plans incorporating multiple teaching methods and experiential learning
• Modify teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning needs
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects
• Lead activities promoting physical, mental, and social development through games, arts, music, storytelling, and field trips
• Support emerging literacy through regular reading activities and language development
• Foster development of basic skills including color, shape, number, and letter recognition

Classroom Management

• Create and maintain a safe, clean, and engaging learning environment
• Arrange indoor and outdoor spaces to facilitate creative play and motor skill development
• Establish and enforce consistent rules and procedures for maintaining positive behavior
• Prepare and organize age-appropriate materials and equipment
• Supervise and support teacher assistants and volunteers
• Maintain proper inventory of classroom supplies and materials

Assessment and Documentation

• Implement DOTS assessment system to track student progress
• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by state regulations
• Observe and evaluate children's performance, behavior, social development, and physical health
• Prepare regular progress reports and documentation
• Identify children showing signs of developmental concerns and implement appropriate interventions

Family and Professional Collaboration

• Communicate regularly with families regarding child progress and development
• Partner with families to support children's learning and development
• Collaborate with teaching team and specialists to support children with special needs
• Participate in staff meetings and professional development opportunities
• Contribute to program development and evaluation
• Maintain professional competence through ongoing training

Health and Safety

• Compliance with all health and safety regulations
• Support children's development of self-help skills and personal hygiene
• Follow proper procedures for meals and snacks
• Maintain clean and sanitized learning environments
• Implement proper health and safety protocols

Requirements

Minimum: High School diploma
•Two years' experience

Nice To Haves

• Children's educational software
• Desktop computers
• Procare software
• Educational board games
• Google Workspace
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Word
• High energy.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• An understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.

Benefits

Benefits

Available upon qualification.