Infant Toddler Teacher 2

Redlands Christian Migrant Association; Florida; On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

retirement plan

Holiday pay

Personal time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Redlands Christian Migrant Association (RCMA) seeks an Infant Toddler Teacher 2 to join our early education program in Florida. The role supports development in a nurturing classroom using the HighScope approach and collaborates with a teaching team and families to promote growth and learning.

The position requires relevant credentials (FCCPC, CDA) and may require additional training within 260 days of hire. RCMA offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum education requirements listed above.
• Further training may be required based on age of children served.
• Applicant may be placed with a Preschool National CDA and must obtain Infant Toddler CDA within 260 days.

Responsibilities

• Work with a teaching team to build warm, secure relationships with each child.
• Plan environments and routines using HighScope curriculum.
• Observe and assess children to support development and RCMA goals.
• Maintain a safe, healthy classroom and engage with families.
• Manage the classroom and uphold RCMA policies and funding requirements.

Education

FCCPC Birth – 5 years

Infant Toddler National CDA

ECPC

CCAC

9 college credits in ECE

Job description

9 days ago Requisition ID: 1537

Salary Range: $16.32 To $21.21 Hourly

Deadline: September 1, 2026

Certificate Number: C11MD1165 / Job Order: 2026 - 333 / 1 Position (On-Site)

MISSION:

Redlands Christian Migrant Association (RCMA) is a nationally recognized non-profit leader in childcare and early education. RCMA operates more than 53 centers and 3 charter schools, with a staff of 1,400 employees, in 18 Florida counties. We have grown over the years through our policy of hiring from the communities served, forging a strong bond between parents and RCMA caregivers, teachers, and staff.

WHY WORK FOR US?

Would you rather have a fulfilling career than just a “job”? At RCMA, we feel lucky to work in fulfilling roles every day. Like one big family, we work hand in hand with families who need allies on their journey toward big dreams. Through empathy and compassion, we help cultivate a sense of dignity and pride in these valuable members of society and provide them with resources for growth. If this sounds like a family you’d like to become a member of, we’d love to hear from you!

BENEFITS:

In addition, RCMA offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees. This includes a $40,000 Basic Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance covered 100% by RCMA. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability insurance, and a retirement plan. Eligible employees receive holiday pay, personal time off, and tuition assistance.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Works with an experienced Teacher to provide children with developmentally appropriate activities in a quality early childhood program that offers a safe and nurturing environment while promoting the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development of young children and families. The Infant Toddler Teacher 2 Performance Standard explains in detail the essential duties and responsibilities of this position and must be used as an integral part of this Job Description.

The Early Childhood Specialist provides guidance and direction for educational services and jointly, with the Center Coordinator, evaluates the job performance of the Infant Toddler Teacher 2.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The duties below are not intended to cover all the duties to be performed:

Work as part of a teaching team to:

• Show warm, secure, affectionate relationships and interactions with each child to create a positive climate (Note: Lifting, touching and holding a child is necessary.)
• Use the HighScope curriculum to plan environments, activities, and daily routines for young children.
• Use the HighScope curriculum for interaction strategies with infants and toddlers.
• Observe, screen and assess young children to provide support for on-going developmental progress and achievement of RCMA School Readiness Goals.
• Establish and maintain a safe and healthy environment.
• Be an engaged partner with families.
• Manage the classroom.
• Commit to professionalism and RCMA.
• Adherence to all RCMA funding and DCF requirements.

EDUCATION:

In order to meet the minimal education requirements, please provide ONE of the following:

• Florida Child Care Professional Credential (FCCPC) Birth – 5 years OR
• Infant Toddler National CDA (*) OR
• Early Childhood Professional Certificate (ECPC) OR
• Child Care Apprenticeship Certificate (CCAC) OR
• 9 college credits in early childhood education and 3 months of experience in the field (480 hours) in teaching infant and toddler age children. Note: Further training appropriate to the age of children being served may be required.

NOTE:

Applicant can be placed into this position with a Preschool National CDA and must obtain an Infant Toddler National CDA within 260 days of accepting this position.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Member of the community being served, and, when applicable, farm worker background.
• Possess a current certification in Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Pediatric First Aid.
• Must have an NCDA or FCCPC certificate

RCMA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and a drug‑free workplace.

All candidates selected for employment are required to successfully complete a Level 2 fingerprint-based background screening. Additional information is available on the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website at the link provided.