Full Time Infant Toddler Teacher

Job Description

Teachers are Heroes!
Do you want to be a hero and work in a fun engaging and loving environment for children Are you ready to continue your legacyor begin a new journeyin Early Childhood Education and make a real difference

If soDiscovery Kidzone is excited to welcome you to our growing team!
Your Purpose Starts With Us.
Discovery Kidzones vision is to make theMAGIC of PLAY a priority in all facets of life and our Infant/Toddler team plays a vital role in building strong foundations through nurturing care play and connection.

We are seeking aFull-Time Teacherfor ourInfant Classroomwho is patient dependable and passionate about supporting early development in a safe comforting and stimulating environment.

Candidates must be18 years of age or older

Responsibilities

• Support the lead teacher in the daily care and supervision of infants and toddlers
• Prepare bottle-feed and properly store breast milk and formula following health and safety guidelines
• Change diapers and support toilet readiness as developmentally appropriate
• Maintain consistent routines for feeding napping and play
• Comfort soothe and respond promptly to infants and toddlers needs
• Engage children through age-appropriate sensory play music stories and activities
• Observe children and support the development of social emotional and motor skills
• Help document daily learning experiences through displays photos and communication tools
• Maintain positive respectful communication with families on a daily basis
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and staff in a fast-paced team-oriented environment
• Ensure classrooms meet childcare licensing health and safety standards
• Maintain a clean organized and nurturing classroom environment

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience teaching infants and or toddlers
• Understanding of infant and toddler development and early childhood education practices
• Familiarity with health safety and sanitation guidelines for infant/toddler classrooms
• Patient nurturing and calm under pressure
• Ability to mulititasks and stay organized
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable energetic and eager to learn
• Compassion for children and families
• CPR/First Aid certification (required within 30 days of hire)
• Ability to complete all state licensing requirements and required trainings

Compensation Benefits & Growth Opportunities

Base pay is determined by education and experience. Scholarship programs are available to support continued education in the field includingCDA and Montessori certification programs.

Full-Time Teacher Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary
  
• Free telehealth medical services
• Health dental and vision insurance options
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Employee childcare discounts (worth$6760 or more depending on enrollment)
• Paid professional development and continuing education
• Annual staff retreat and staff appreciation events
• Playful supportive work environment
• Multi-site growth and advancement opportunities

Required Experience:

Manager