Lead Infant Teacher

Being a Toddler Early Learning teacher is a rewarding and essential role that involves working with young children and their families to promote healthy development and school readiness.

Essential Functions:

• Childcare and Education: Creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for infants and toddlers to learn and grow. Planning and implementing developmentally appropriate activities that encourage exploration, curiosity, and skill-building.
• Individualized Learning: Recognizing and responding to each child's unique needs and developmental milestones. Using observation and assessment tools to track progress and tailor activities accordingly.
• Parent Involvement: Establishing strong partnerships with parents and families. Engaging in regular communication to share information about their child's progress and development and providing resources and support to enhance parenting skills.
• Health and Safety: Ensuring a clean and hygienic environment. Following health and safety protocols to protect the well-being of the children.
• Curriculum Development: Collaborating with colleagues to develop and adapt curriculum materials that align with Early Head Start guidelines and best practices.
• Teamwork: Working closely with other teachers, staff members, and specialists to coordinate services and provide a cohesive approach to children's education and well-being.
• Professional Development: Engaging in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to stay updated on best practices and new research in early childhood education.
• Data Collection and Reporting: Maintaining accurate records and documentation of child development progress and program outcomes for reporting purposes.
• Cultural Sensitivity: Demonstrating cultural competence and sensitivity ensures that all children and families are respected and supported in their diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Advocacy: Advocating for the needs of young children and their families within the community and promoting the importance of early childhood education and support services.
• Other duties as assigned.

Overall, being an Infant/Toddler Early Head Start teacher requires a passion for working with young children, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and a dedication to fostering positive relationships with both children and their families. It's a role that can make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children and families, setting the foundation for lifelong learning and success.

Minimum Requirements:

• Infant/Toddler Childhood Development Associate (CDA) or Associates Degree required. Bachelor?s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field strongly preferred.
• Previous work or volunteer experience working with children ages 3 and under
• Able to communicate in English verbally and writen, and read and understand English.
• Certification in: Childcare Basics (STARS 30 Hours), First Aid/CPR, Bloodborne Pathogens, Food Worker Card, Infant Safe Sleep (or must be able to obtain within 90 days of hire).
• Bilingual in a language spoken by DLEC parents (Spanish, Amharic, Cantonese, and Vietnamese) preferred.