Infant/Toddler Teacher

Families & Communities Rising, Inc.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Families & Communities Rising, Inc. in Durham, NC is seeking an Infant/Toddler Teacher to nurture young learners and create a safe, engaging classroom environment.

You will plan activities with a co-teacher, care for up to four children, document development, and engage families through conferences and home visits, following licensing and health guidelines.

Qualifications

• Infant-Toddler CDA or an associate/bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education or related with sufficient ECE credits.
• At least two years of teaching experience with children under 36 months.
• Strong written and verbal communication and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices for infants and toddlers.
• Warmth, patience, and ability to provide consistent, nurturing care.
• Commitment to engaging families and respecting diverse cultures and individual needs.
• Dependability, flexibility, and collaborative teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a co-teacher to plan developmentally appropriate learning experiences using the Creative Curriculum for Infants and Toddlers.
• Serve as the primary caregiver for up to four children, building trusting relationships to support growth.
• Provide nurturing care during feeding, diapering, toileting, and rest, using routines as learning opportunities.
• Create a safe, welcoming classroom that encourages indoor and outdoor exploration.
• Observe and document children’s development and use assessments to guide planning.
• Partner with families through daily communication, two conferences, and two home visits per year.
• Use positive guidance to support social and emotional development.
• Follow program policies and health, safety, and licensing requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Record keeping

Developmentally appropriate practices

Collaboration

Warmth and empathy

Dependability

Education

Infant-Toddler CDA

Associate or Bachelor’s in ECE/Child Development

Job description

• Location 215 W Seminary Ave,Durham, NC, 27701,United States
• Base Pay $17.00 - $21.00 / Hour
• Required Degree 2 Year Degree

Description

Are you passionate about nurturing little learners and looking for a career where you can make a lasting difference? Join Families & Communities Rising, Inc. (FCR), where we support children and families through our Head Start and Early Head Start programs. As an Infant/Toddler Teacher, you will help our youngest learners feel safe, loved, and encouraged as they grow and discover the world.

What You Will Do

Collaborate with a co-teacher to plan engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences using the Creative Curriculum for Infants and Toddlers.

Serve as the primary caregiver for up to four children, building trusting relationships that support their growth and development.

Provide nurturing, responsive care during feeding, diapering, toileting, and rest, using everyday routines as opportunities for learning.

Create a safe, welcoming, culturally responsive classroom with daily opportunities for indoor and outdoor exploration.

Observe and document children’s development, maintain accurate classroom records, and use assessments to guide planning.

Partner with families through daily communication, at least two parent conferences, and two home visits per year.

Use positive guidance to support children’s social and emotional development.

Follow program policies and applicable health, safety, sanitation, and licensing requirements.

Requirements

What You Will Bring to the Table

An Infant-Toddler CDA, an associate or bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, or a related degree with sufficient early childhood education credit hours.

At least two years of teaching experience with children under 36 months.

Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to maintain accurate records.

Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices for infants and toddlers.

Warmth, patience, and the ability to provide consistent, nurturing care.

A commitment to engaging families and respecting their cultures, experiences, and individual needs.

Dependability, flexibility, and a collaborative approach to working with others.

Summary

What We Will Do for You

Support your professional growth through training, workshops, and ongoing learning.

Provide opportunities for collaboration with your co-teacher and the broader child and family support team.

Support your development through reflective supervision and a shared commitment to quality care.

What We Offer

Day 1 benefits for full-time employees.

A full-time teaching opportunity with a mission-driven organization.

Meaningful work supporting children and families during the earliest years of development.