Job Description
Job Description
Summary
Job Summary:
We are seeking a caring and experienced Lead 1-Year-Old Teacher to provide a safe, nurturing, and developmentally enriching environment for infants and young toddlers. The ideal candidate will implement engaging activities that support early cognitive, motor, and social-emotional growth while fostering a warm and supportive classroom atmosphere. This role requires patience, attentiveness, and a strong understanding of infant development. The Lead 1-Year-Old Teacher will collaborate with families, mentor classroom assistants, and ensure a structured yet responsive learning space where children can explore, grow, and thrive.
Duties
Job Duties:
- Develop and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate activities for one-year-olds.
- Provide a nurturing and stimulating environment that supports early cognitive, motor, and social-emotional development.
- Encourage sensory exploration, movement, and hands-on learning experiences tailored to infants and young toddlers.
- Maintain a consistent daily routine, including meal times, diapering, naps, and structured play.
- Ensure a safe, clean, and organized classroom, following health and safety guidelines.
- Foster early communication skills through songs, stories, and interactive language activities.
- Monitor children's progress and provide individualized support based on developmental milestones.
- Communicate regularly with families, sharing updates on their child's growth and learning experiences.
- Mentor and collaborate with classroom assistants to maintain a positive and structured learning environment.
- Create a warm and supportive atmosphere that helps infants feel secure and confident in their exploration.
Requirements
Job Requirements:
- Education Required: High school diploma
- Education Preferred: Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field preferred
- Certification: CPR and First Aid certification required; additional childcare-related certifications are a plus
- Experience: Previous experience working with infants and toddlers in a daycare, preschool, or early childhood setting preferred
Skills:
- Strong understanding of infant and toddler development and age-appropriate teaching techniques
- Ability to create structured routines and engaging learning experiences tailored to one-year-olds
- Classroom management strategies that foster a safe, nurturing, and responsive learning environment
- Effective communication skills to collaborate with families and staff
- Ability to assess and support individual learning needs and developmental milestones
Personal Attributes:
- Patience, attentiveness, and enthusiasm for working with infants and young toddlers
- Strong leadership and organizational skills to mentor classroom assistants and plan lessons
- Passion for fostering a warm and engaging space that promotes early learning and emotional security
Nice To Haves
Nice to Haves:
- Additional Certifications: Infant/Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) or other early childhood education credentials
-Experience with Special Needs: Understanding of early intervention strategies or experience supporting children with developmental delays
-Bilingual Abilities: Ability to communicate in multiple languages to better support diverse families
- Creative Teaching Approaches: Familiarity with Montessori, Reggio Emilia, or other play-based learning philosophies
- Strong Parent Engagement Skills: Experience leading parent workshops or fostering family involvement
- Crisis Intervention Training: Knowledge of behavioral support techniques and emergency preparedness in an infant/toddler setting
- Technology Integration: Ability to incorporate educational apps or digital learning tools into the curriculum
- Flexibility Adaptability: Willingness to personalize teaching methods based on toddlers' unique needs and personalities
Benefits
Benefits:
- Competitive Salary: Pay based on experience, education, and certifications
- Retirement Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions or pension plans
- Paid Time Off: Vacation days, sick leave, holidays, and personal time
- Professional Development: Training workshops, childcare certifications, and career growth opportunities
- Tuition Assistance: Financial support for continuing education in early childhood development
- Childcare Discounts: Reduced tuition for employees’ children at affiliated centers
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling options based on employer policies
- Supportive Work Environment: Collaborative team, mentorship opportunities, and access to teaching resources