Infant/ Toddler Teachers

Acquire4Hire; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Acquire4Hire is seeking an Early Childhood educator for The Learning Curve Daycare Center. This full-day licensed center supports children from 6 weeks to 10 years in a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will bring creativity and energy to foster children's learning.

Responsibilities include organizing engaging activities, maintaining student records, and collaborating with parents. Benefits include a flexible schedule, paid time off, and professional development assistance.

Qualifications

• CDA or an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education is required.
• First Aid and CPR certification must be obtained.
• Ability to pass a background check is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide materials for children to explore and learn.
• Organize activities promoting development in various areas.
• Observe and evaluate children's performance and behavior.
• Meet with parents to discuss progress and needs.
• Adapt teaching materials to cater to different needs.
• Maintain student records according to regulations.
• Participate in professional meetings and training workshops.

Skills

Creative

Energetic

Innovative

Leadership

Education

CDA or Associate in ECE

Tools

First Aid/CPR certification

Job description

About This Role

The Learning Curve Daycare Center is a full day licensed Early Childhood center in the greater New Haven area for children 6 weeks to 10 years old. The Learning Curve Daycare maintains a satisfied and talented teaching staff. We know children, staff, and families thrive in a stimulating and nurturing environment. Staff, children, and families alike are valued as individuals and as members of our diverse community. The ideal candidate will be innovative, creative, energetic, and committed to improving the center. This is a great stepping stone for a career in child care.

What You’ll Do

• Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
• Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, storytelling, and field trips.
• Observe and evaluate children’s performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
• Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children’s progress and needs.
• Serve meals and snacks in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs and interests.
• Arrange indoor and outdoor space to facilitate creative play, motor‑skill activities, and safety.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
• Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration.
• Organize and label materials and display students’ work in a manner appropriate for their ages and perceptual skills.
• Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.
• Supervise, evaluate, and plan assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers.
• Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of preschool programs.

Requirements

• CDA or Associate in ECE
• First Aid/CPR
• Pass Background Check

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement