Infant Lead Teacher

Discovery Point; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Discovery Point in Mooresville, NC is seeking an Infant Teacher to provide developmentally appropriate activities that promote social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth. The role emphasizes maintaining a safe, healthy learning environment and partnering with families.

The successful candidate will implement the approved curriculum, monitor classroom safety, and support infants with feeding plans and tummy time, while participating in staff and licensing trainings as required.

Qualifications

• Must have a CDA or Associate’s Degree.
• Willing to obtain SIDS training and have infant experience.
• Demonstrates integrity and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Instructs infants with age-appropriate activities per curriculum and Center goals.
• Sets up and maintains a safe, engaging learning environment.
• Maintains constant interaction with children and ensures safety and cleanliness.
• Supervises children according to state regulations and center policies.
• Takes part in parent conferences and provides daily feedback to families.
• Maintains confidential information about children and families.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Multitasking

Flexibility

Computer skills

Conflict management

Professionalism

Education

CDA or Associate’s Degree

Infant experience

SIDS training availability

Job description

Benefits:

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Tuition assistance
• Employee discounts
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Job Description:

Infant Teacher

Job Summary:

Instructs children in activities according to an approved curriculum Discovery Point Connections designed to promote social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth. Establishes and maintains a safe and healthy learning environment.

Essential Functions / Job Responsibilities:

• Instructs children in age appropriate activities according to a curriculum that is consistent with the philosophy and goals of the Center and Company.
• Sets up and maintains the classroom to ensure a safe, fun and age appropriate learning environment.
• Maintains interaction with children at all times.
• Maintains a safe and clean atmosphere for the children at all times.
• Superior visual supervision of all children
• All sanitary procedures are to be followed regarding diaper changes, potty learning, toys and classroom sterilization.
• Takes appropriate steps to clean and sanitize classroom, materials, and restrooms.
• Ensures classroom is clean and ready for tours at all times and makes the classroom available for tours for prospective families.
• Treats the children with dignity and respect, displaying friendly, enthusiastic and caring behavior, while guiding them in a positive manner and teaching them to respect themselves and others.
• Recognizes and considers the background, special talents and interests, style and pace of learning of each child and provides developmentally appropriate activities.
• Reports any injuries or accidents to Management immediately and completes necessary forms.
• Supervises the children as required by the Center and state regulations.
• Participates with children in activities in classroom and playgrounds appropriate.
• Plans and conducts parent conferences; provides daily written feedback to parents as appropriate.
• Works with the parents for the infants feeding plan
• Maintaining a safe sleep environment for each child
• Nurturing and assisting the infants with Tummy Time
• Partners with Center Director and/or Owner on any parent follow-up and communication.
• Maintains confidentiality of all information on children and their families.
• Reports suspected abuse or neglect as mandated by state regulations.
• Attends all staff meetings, training sessions, meetings and programs as requested by the Director and/or Owner.
• Commitment to complete annual state licensing training requirement
• Performs other duties as requested by the Director and/or Owner

Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrates integrity, honesty, and professionalism
• Knowledge and understanding of all current applicable child care regulations
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to problem solve, manage conflict
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to work flexible schedule consistent with hours of operation, and ability to adapt hours to the needs of the business
• Proficient in basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office
• Ability to balance multiple priorities.

Qualifications & Education:

• Must have a CDA or Associates Degree
• Must be willing to obtain SIDS and have prior experience within Infants