Early Head Start: Infant & Toddler Learning Specialist

Richland-County-First-Steps; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Health savings account

401(k)

401(k) matching

Referral program

Job summary

Richland County First Steps is seeking an Infant/Toddler Teacher for its Early Head Start program in Columbia, SC. You will provide high-quality care and education for children 8 weeks to 3 years, supporting social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development in a nurturing environment.

Responsibilities include planning daily activities, conducting assessments, maintaining 안전 and engaging classrooms, and engaging families to participate in learning and community activities.

Qualifications

• CDA credential required
• Preferred: Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education
• Experience as an Infant/Toddler Teacher; Creative Curriculum experience is a plus
• Active CPR/FA/AED certifications

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement daily learning activities that foster development
• Conduct assessments and share progress with families
• Maintain a safe, clean, and engaging classroom environment
• Ensure daily routines are developmentally appropriate
• Strengthen parent-child relationships through regular communication
• Encourage family participation in learning and community activities

Skills

Infant/Toddler teaching

Communication

Classroom management

Education

Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

Richland County First Steps is seeking an Infant/Toddler Teacher for its Early Head Start program in Columbia, SC. You will provide high-quality care and education for children 8 weeks to 3 years, supporting social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development in a nurturing environment.

Responsibilities include planning daily activities, conducting assessments, maintaining 안전 and engaging classrooms, and engaging families to participate in learning and community activities.