Infant & Toddler Educator — Early Head Start Impact

Child Care Resources Inc; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Professional development

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Referral program

Health savings account

Job summary

Richland County First Steps is seeking an Infant/Toddler Teacher for our Early Head Start program to provide high-quality care and education for children ages 8 weeks to 3 years.

Responsibilities include planning daily activities, conducting assessments, maintaining a safe classroom, and engaging families to support development. A CDA is required; degrees are preferred; CPR/FA/AED certification is required; strong communication is essential.

Qualifications

• CDA credential is required.
• Experience as an Infant/Toddler teacher; Creative Curriculum experience is a plus.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• CPR/FA/AED certification required (adult/pediatric).

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 and activities are developmentally appropriate.
• Strengthen parent-child relationships through regular communication.
• Encourage family participation in learning and community activities.

Skills

CDA Credential

Infant/Toddler experience

Communication skills

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Richland County First Steps is seeking an Infant/Toddler Teacher for our Early Head Start program to provide high-quality care and education for children ages 8 weeks to 3 years.

Responsibilities include planning daily activities, conducting assessments, maintaining a safe classroom, and engaging families to support development. A CDA is required; degrees are preferred; CPR/FA/AED certification is required; strong communication is essential.