Assistant Infant/Waddler Teacher Needed

THE VILLAGE NEST; Eliot (ME); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

THE VILLAGE NEST in Eliot, ME is seeking a Lead Infant/Waddler Teacher to guide outdoor, nature-based learning for ages 12 weeks to 5 years. This role emphasizes safety, engagement, and strong parent communication through Brightwheel.

The ideal candidate will bring caring demeanor, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple children with patience and stamina in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Caring and compassionate attitude when interacting with children.
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills to converse with children, fellow caregivers, and parents/guardians.
• Excellent patience and stamina for keeping up with the demands of children of all ages.
• Advanced multitasking and organizational skills to handle multiple children at a time.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and engage with children in aftercare activities, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
• Plan and implement nature-based and educational activities that align with our program's goals and curriculum.
• Foster positive relationships with children, encouraging their development through exploration and play.
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding their child's experience and progress through the Brightwheel App.
• Document activities and accidents/incidents.
• Collaborate with fellow staff members to create a cohesive and supportive team atmosphere.
• Perform first aid for cuts and scrapes and administer medication to children with medical conditions or allergies.
• Change diapers of children between the ages of 12 weeks to 5 years.
• Demonstrates a caring and compassionate attitude while engaging with children, maintaining strong verbal communication and listening skills to effectively interact with children and colleagues, and consistently exhibits patience, stamina, and organizational abilities to manage the dynamic needs of multiple children across various ages.

Skills

Caring attitude

Verbal communication

Patience and stamina

Multitasking & organization

Education

GED or higher

BS/BA in Early Childhood Education preferred

Job description

We are looking for a Lead Infant/Waddler Teacher for our new infant/waddler room! This position means going outdoors most days regardless of the weather with small children. Outdoor activities help build immune systems and lung capacity in young children.

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and engage with children in aftercare activities, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
• Plan and implement nature-based and educational activities that align with our program's goals and curriculum.
• Foster positive relationships with children, encouraging their development through exploration and play.
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding their child's experience and progress through the Brightwheel App.
  • Document activities and accidents/incidents.
• Collaborate with fellow staff members to create a cohesive and supportive team atmosphere.
• Perform first aid for cuts and scrapes and administer medication to children with medical conditions or allergies.
• Change diapers of children between the ages of 12 weeks to 5 years.
• Demonstrates a caring and compassionate attitude while engaging with children, maintaining strong verbal communication and listening skills to effectively interact with children and colleagues, and consistently exhibits patience, stamina, and organizational abilities to manage the dynamic needs of multiple children across various ages.

Qualifications

Lead Teachers must be skilled in interacting with and providing care for children of various ages. Some of the most important skills they should have include :

• Caring and compassionate attitude when interacting with children
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills to converse with children, fellow professional caregivers, and parents/guardians
• Excellent patience and stamina for keeping up with the demands of children of all ages
• Advanced multitasking and organizational skills to handle multiple children at a time

Conditions of employment:

• This offer is contingent upon successful completion of background checks and any other pre-employment requirements.
• A probationary period of 6 months will be observed to ensure mutual satisfaction and fit for the role.
• Must obtain CPR and Adult and Infant First Aid certifications
• Lift and maintain 40 lbs, be on your feet for long periods of time, and run and physically endure being outside for 8 hours a day regardless of weather
• Have a GED or higher (BS or BA in Early Childhood Education is preferred)
  • Preference will come to those with 1+ years of experience in education.
• Must be willing to complete 30 Hours of Professional Development training annually