Lead Infant Teacher Little Acorns Children's Center Arroyo Grande, CA Job Details Full-time $24 - $27 an hour 7 days ago Benefits Health savings account Paid time off Professional development assistance Qualifications CPR Certification Outdoor work experience First Aid Certification Manual handling Early Childhood Education Full Job Description Lead Infant Teacher (0-2 years)

Position Summary:

Up to $500 health stipend per month available for full time lead teachers Provides nurturing care and early learning experiences for infants and toddlers while ensuring a safe and healthy environment. All employees are expected to support and reflect the Center's Christian mission and values in ways that are appropriate for young children and consistent with California Community Care Licensing requirements.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Supervise and care for infants and toddlers at all times. Supervise assistant teachers and volunteers. Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities (sensory, motor, social-emotional). Maintain individual care routines (feeding, diapering, naps). Observe, document, and report children's development and behavior. Maintain a safe, clean, and sanitary classroom and outdoor environment. Communicate regularly with families regarding child progress and needs. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and Title 22 regulations. Additional trainings as required. Ability to lift up to 20 pounds on a regular basis. Regularly sit on the floor or in child-sized chairs. Easily move between sitting on the floor and standing. Frequently bend, kneel, squat, stoop, and reach. Lift and carry children up to 40 pounds, as needed. Walk, stand, and actively supervise children indoors and outdoors throughout the day. Push, pull, and move classroom equipment and supplies. Respond quickly to children's needs and emergencies. Participate in active play and daily classroom activities. Maintain the vision, hearing, and communication skills needed to safely supervise children.

Minimum Qualifications:

Completion of at least 12 ECE/CD units, including at least 3 infant units or Child Development Teacher Permit (per Title 22 for infant teachers). Experience caring for infants and toddlers. Pediatric CPR & First Aid certification or enrollment in next available class; TB clearance; criminal background clearance.

Skills:

Patience, nurturing, and strong observation skills. Knowledge of infant/toddler developmental milestones. Effective communication with families and staff.

Pay:

$24.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

Health savings account Paid time off Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person