INS Infant Teacher

Primrose School of Lafayette; Lafayette (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Job summary

Primrose School of Lafayette in Colorado is seeking an Infant Lead Teacher who is passionate about infants and toddlers. You will join a caring teaching team, support a developmentally appropriate curriculum, and contribute to a safe, nurturing classroom.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, being at least 18, meeting Colorado state infant lead teacher requirements, and a CDA or degree in Early Childhood.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must meet state infant lead teacher requirements.
• CDA or college degree in Early Childhood, Child Development or related.
• Lead Teacher qualifications (Colorado Shines PDIS Level 2+) preferred; advancement opportunities available.

Responsibilities

• Support a positive learning environment for infants and toddlers as part of the teaching team.
• Document and share with parents the important milestones in a child’s day.
• Collaborate with other preschool teachers and leaders to implement developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Respect and observe children's interests; intervene to maintain safety and enhance play.
• Model social behavior and expectations; assist in planning a balanced daily schedule.

Skills

Flexibility

Classroom management

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDA or college degree in Early Childhood

Colorado Shines PDIS Level 2+ (preferred)

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance

We are looking for an Infant teacher who is passionate and loves working with infants and toddlers. We have great benefits: PTO, paid holidays, staff lunches and great families! Must be a qualified lead teacher.

Infant Lead Teacher Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must meet state infant lead teacher requirements
• High level of flexibility & willingness to work within business hours
• Child Development Associate (CDA) or college degree in Early Childhood, Child Development or related
• Demonstrated classroom management skills preferred
• Lead Teacher qualifications (Level 2 or higher on Colorado Shines PDIS) preferred, however we offer support for career advancement!

Infant Lead Teacher Job Responsibilities:

• An Infant Lead Teacher will accept the philosophy of Primrose School Education and work as part of the teaching team to encourage a positive learning environment for all children within the center
• Document and share with parents the important milestones in a child’s day
• Collaborate with other passionate preschool teachers and leaders to implement an engaging and developmentally appropriate curriculum
• Respect and observe children's interests. Intervene when needed to maintain safety. Enhance children's play with language, toys, and activities
• Encourage and model social behavior and expectations which are developmentally appropriate
• Share ideas in planning a daily schedule which provides a balance of activities: quiet/ active, indoor/outdoor, fine/gross motor, etc.

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