Infant Classroom Leader

Concord Hospital; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Concord Hospital is seeking an early childhood educator to promote the growth and development of children in a center setting. You will provide developmentally appropriate care, observe and document learning, and communicate with families and staff.

The role emphasizes positive classroom leadership, collaboration with families, and adherence to NH licensing and NH Child Care standards. A high school diploma and ECE credits or Para II certification are required.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent, and a minimum of 9 credits in Early Childhood Education or related course work, including at least 3 credits in child growth and development, from a regionally accredited college.
• Or current certification as para II educator by the department of education.
• Certification required to obtain infant and child CPR with AED and Basic First Aid within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides positive influence to classroom team and all co-workers in the Center.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with each child and family.
• Engages with children to meet their developmental and social-emotional needs.
• Models and teaches children self-regulation skills.
• Implements a child-centered curriculum in a safe, organized environment.
• Observes children to assess development and shares information with families to plan curriculum.
• Supports Concord Hospital Learning Center policies and procedures.
• Completes administrative tasks required for NH Child Care licensing and NAEYC accreditation.
• Demonstrates leadership skills as needed.
• Continual learning and professional development; suggests improvements based on best practice.

Skills

Communication

Observation

Child development

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

9 ECE credits or related coursework

Para II educator certification

Job description

Concord Hospital is seeking an early childhood educator to promote the growth and development of children in a center setting. You will provide developmentally appropriate care, observe and document learning, and communicate with families and staff.

The role emphasizes positive classroom leadership, collaboration with families, and adherence to NH licensing and NH Child Care standards. A high school diploma and ECE credits or Para II certification are required.