Infant/Toddler Teacher

Mochildcareaware; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Child Care Resources Inc in St. Louis is seeking a dedicated Infant/Toddler Teacher with a flexible schedule for a full-time position. Responsibilities include developing educational activities, supporting child growth, and maintaining communication with parents. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, teamwork abilities, and knowledge of child development. Previous experience in childcare and certifications like CPR are advantageous. The position requires a commitment to creating a safe and engaging environment for young children.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills are vital for this role.
• Candidate must be team-oriented and energetic.
• Understanding child development is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement educational curriculum for infants and toddlers.
• Model behaviors and coach teaching team to success.
• Plan and engage children in appropriate activities.
• Communicate with parents regarding children's progress.
• Ensure compliance with center policies and regulations.
• Maintain a healthy, safe, and clean classroom environment.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

High energy and teamwork abilities

Understanding of child development

Leadership and organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Must take CFD 101, 102, & 103 or have CDA

Job description

Summary

Mary Margaret's Daycare and Learning Center in Affton/South County is looking to add additional staff to our team. We are looking for someone with a love and dedication to young children with a flexible schedule. This position is for an Infant/Toddler Teacher and would be full time. A full time schedule would be Mon-Fri, 7-5:30 with a rotating off day and a half hour break.

Duties

• Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards
• Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.
• Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
• Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.

Requirements

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Willing to take CFD 101, 102, & 103 (online through STLCC) or get your CDA (both are covered by TEACH Scholarship) if you do not already have one or the other

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 2 years of professional child care experience.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Teaching certificate

Work Setting

Center-based

Age Group Served

Infant / Toddler (0–2)