Early Childhood Teacher | Impactful Learning & Growth

Pathfinder Services, Inc.; Huntington (IN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits Package

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Comprehensive Insurance Coverage

403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer‑M

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development & Training

Person-Centered Thinking Training

Wellness Platform Incentives

Financial Wellness Platform

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Free Pathfinder Kids Clinic

Exclusive Discounts

Job summary

The Teacher at Pathfinder Early Learning Center in Huntington, IN is responsible for planning and delivering developmentally appropriate learning experiences for enrolled children, partnering with families and peers to provide individualized, multicultural programming in line with Indiana childcare licensing, NAEYC codes, and Paths to Quality standards.

Key responsibilities include educational planning, family collaboration, hands-on learning, classroom management under licensing guidelines,

Qualifications

• Minimum of a CDA credential.
• Must be at least 18 years old (21+ to work independently with infants and toddlers).
• Experience in early childhood education is advantageous.
• Strong conflict resolution, organizational, and problem-solving skills; ability to adapt and remain calm in a dynamic environment.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and implementing CPR/First Aid when necessary.
• Strong written, verbal, and documentation skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Educational Planning: Develop and implement lesson plans that align with assessment data and follow NAEYC, FSSA, and Paths to Quality standards, ensuring practices are developmentally appropriate.
• Family Collaboration: Build strong partnerships with families to support high-quality early childhood programming, sharing regular assessments of children’s development and progress.
• Hands-On Learning: Provide opportunities for children to engage in hands-on experiences and activities that promote learning and growth.
• Classroom Management: Implement a consistent schedule of activities tailored to meet Indiana Child Care Licensing Guidelines and the unique needs of individual children.
• Social-Emotional Development: Utilize the Conscious Discipline Curriculum to teach and reinforce social-emotional skills.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure classroom practices comply with health and safety regulations, positive discipline practices, and required postings according to Indiana Childcare Licensing Regulations.
• Team Collaboration: Work cooperatively with colleagues to create a supportive, engaging, and predictable learning environment for children, staff, and families.
• Professional Development: Maintain 20 hours of annual training related to Early Childhood Development to enhance skills and knowledge.

Skills

Conflict resolution

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

English communication

Education

CDA credential

Associate or Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education

Job description

The Teacher at Pathfinder Early Learning Center in Huntington, IN is responsible for planning and delivering developmentally appropriate learning experiences for enrolled children, partnering with families and peers to provide individualized, multicultural programming in line with Indiana childcare licensing, NAEYC codes, and Paths to Quality standards.

Key responsibilities include educational planning, family collaboration, hands-on learning, classroom management under licensing guidelines,