Infant/Toddler Teacher

Especially-Children-Cdc; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holiday

Vacation/Holiday Time

401K

Health Insurance

Job summary

Child Care Resources Inc seeks a dedicated Childcare Specialist to deliver a safe, developmentally appropriate daycare program at Especially Children Child Care Development Center. You will plan activities, supervise children, and maintain a clean, secure environment.

You will implement nutrition, daily schedules, and culturally responsive activities while adhering to policies and emergency procedures. Strong communication with parents and staff is essential.

Qualifications

• Child development practices
• Safe and appropriate activities for children
• Policies and procedures to ensure constant supervision and safety

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a program for young children
• Plan and implement activities to meet physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs
• Provide nutritious snacks and lunches
• Provide adequate equipment and activities
• Ensure clean, safe and well-maintained facilities
• Provide weekly/monthly activity schedules
• Develop culturally appropriate programs and literacy/math activities
• Establish policies and procedures including disciplinary policies
• Be familiar with emergency procedures
• Supervise children at all times
• Provide varied experiences: songs, games, storytelling
• Provide sleep/rest time
• Build children's self-esteem
• Establish routines and positive guidance
• Create safe environment for children to feel secure
• Implement positive discipline when required
• Communicate clearly with children
• Maintain program administration and inform parents of progress
• Develop and maintain confidential client files
• Develop daily activity plans

Skills

Team building

Analytical thinking

Decision making

Verbal communication

Listening skills

Stress management

Time management

Education

High School or equivalent

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

The "Childcare Specialist" is responsible for providing a safe and developmentally appropriate daycare program for the children of "Especially Children Child Care Development Center" in accordance with all relevant policies and procedures. The "Childcare Specialist" will be responsible for planning and implementing a program to care for young children. They must ensure the development and safety of these children in accordance with all relevant policies and procedures of this facility. This person must also be respectful of children, parents, and ensure that equipment and facilities are clean, safe and well maintained.

What You'll Do

• Develop and implement a program for young children

Plan and implement activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs

Provide nutritious snacks and lunches

Provide adequate equipment and activities

Ensure equipment and the facility are clean, well maintained and safe at all times

Provide weekly and monthly schedules of activities

Develop culturally appropriate programs and activities

Develop activities that introduce math and literacy concepts

Establish policies and procedures including acceptable disciplinary policies

Be familiar with emergency procedures

• Supervise children in the childcare center

Ensure children are supervised at all times

Provide various experiences and activities for children including songs, games and story telling

Provide opportunities for sleep and rest time

Build children's esteem

Establish routines and provide positive guidance

Provide a safe and secure environment for children to feel comfortable

Implement positive discipline when required

Clearly and effectively communicate in a manner that children understand

• Maintain program administration

Keep parents informed of program expectations, program activities and their child's progress

Develop and maintain current, accurate and confidential client files

Develop daily activity plans

Requirements

The person for this position must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:

C hild development practices.

Safe and appropriate activities for children.

Policies and procedures to ensure that children are always supervised and safe

The person for this position must demonstrate the following skills

Team building

Analytical and problem solving

Decision making

Effective verbal and listening communications

Stress management

Time management

The incumbent must also demonstrate the following personal attributes:

Be respectful

Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity

Be flexible

Demonstrate sound work ethics

Be consistent and fair

Be compassionate and understanding

Be able to build esteem while ensuring a safe and secure environment

Nice To Have

Six months experience working in a licensed childcare facility

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education

Must be able to lift up 35 lbs.

• Paid Holiday
• Vacation/Holiday Time
• 401K
• Health Insurance

Minimum Education : High School or Equivalent