Teacher Infant Toddler EHS

Community Development Institute Head Start; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Medical/dental/vision insurance from 1

Life insurance

Job summary

Community Development Institute Head Start in Indiana is hiring an Infant/Toddler Teacher for its Early Head Start program. A CDA or comparable credential is required, with training in infant/toddler development and compliance with state licensing.

The role emphasizes high energy, adaptability for babies and toddlers, and a commitment to early childhood education in a licensed Head Start setting.

Qualifications

• Current CDA credential or comparable credential.
• Training or coursework in early childhood development with infant/toddler focus.
• Must meet state licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Teach infants/toddlers in Early Head Start.
• Create a safe, nurturing learning environment.
• Support developmental progress and family engagement.

Skills

CDA credential

Infant/Toddler focus

Energy & patience

Licensing knowledge

Education

CDA credential or comparable

Early childhood coursework

Job description

Pay depends on Education

Teacher Infant Toddler EHS $14.08 Hourly CDA in progress $15.09 Hourly CDA $16.10 Hourly AA degree $18.11 Hourly BA degree

We are looking to employ a qualified Infant/Toddler Teacher, who has a passion for instilling values in young children in our Early Head Start program. The Infant/Toddler Teacher should possess high energy and the ability to handle the demands of babies and toddlers with different personalities and needs. As a minimum requirement, the applicant to be a teacher must have a current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or comparable credential and have been trained or have equivalent coursework in early childhood development with a focus on infant and toddler development. Applicant must meet state licensing requirements.

• Paid Vacation time and Sick Leave.
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance coverage available first day of employment (for full time employees).
• $30.00 per month cost to employee for employee only Core Plan Health and Vision Insurance (for full time employees).
• $15.95 per month cost to employee for employee only Dental Insurance (for full time employees).
• Paid Holidays.
• Paid Spring Break and Winter Break.
• Qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness and Perkins Loan Forgiveness programs.
• Tuition assistance to meet job requirements.
• Paid trainings.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee discount benefit program (LifeMart).
• $35,000 term AD&D life insurance at no cost to employee (for full time employees).
• Travel Connect medical support for assistance when you travel.

CDI Head Start is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.