Infant/Toddler Teacher Pryme Tyme for Little Friends East Longmeadow, MA Job Details Full-time $17 - $19 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Professional development assistance Qualifications Some college Childcare Interpersonal skills Writing skills Employee relationship building High school diploma or GED Working with students Delegation Child Development Associate Certification Teaching Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods) Full Job Description Pryme Tyme for Little Friends is currently seeking teacher-qualified individuals who love being around children and who have a passion for early childhood education. Someone who has a positive attitude, is a team player, dependable, and demonstrates patience is an ideal candidate. Infant/Toddler teachers should have prior experience working with children. Experience including work in teacher preparation programs, student teaching assignments and at a daycare facility caring for small children. Infant/Toddler teachers are responsible for planning and implementing the daily routines of the toddler room, for engaging toddlers in developmental activities, supervising the assistants, and ensuring the safety of the toddlers by performing the following duties. Greets children and parents/guardians in a professional and enthusiastic manner each day. Maintains a happy, sanitary and relaxed atmosphere in the toddler room by following daily procedures and routines. Prepares, executes and discusses toddler feeding routines with parents/guardians to meet individual needs. Instruct assistants in this responsibility. Plans individual and group activities to stimulate growth in language, social, and motor skills such as learning to listen to instructions, playing with others, and using play equipment. Works with lead teacher to provide lesson plans on a weekly / monthly basis to be approved by the director. Work closely with lead teacher in a team teaching atmosphere and shares pertinent information, suggestions, and ideas on a regular basis. Interacts with children through instructional methods to include play, music, arts and crafts, reading, writing, computer, and physical activities. Teaches children appropriate toddler curriculum including but not limited to the alphabet, numbers, colors, shapes, hand washing and potty training. Develops and maintains a positive and confidential relationship with the parents of every child, including thorough communication about the program and each child's progress Changes toddler's diapers or clothes as needed, adhering to appropriate diapering procedures at all times to include assuring the cleanliness of work areas and proper disposal of diapers. Prepare and execute a nap time routine to include creating a relaxing environment for the toddlers. Maintains written documentation of each child's daily activities to include but not limited to diapering, feeding and sleeping habits, and forwards reports to parents/guardians. Completes accurate attendance sheets daily, tallies number of toddlers in attendance and notifies the Lead Teacher of absences. Remains aware of talents, special abilities, disabilities, deficiencies, or medical concerns of each individual child. Maintains work areas in a sanitary and attractive manner to include, but not limited to sanitizing high chairs, tables, microwave, kitchen countertops and sinks after feedings and at the end of each day. Washes and inspects children's toys daily or more often as needed for sanitary and safety concerns. Ensures that toys and equipment are returned to appropriate places by the end of day unless otherwise directed. Communicates with parents/guardians regarding the special needs of toddlers. Works closely with lead teacher in team-teaching atmosphere and shares pertinent information, suggestions, and ideas on a regular basis. Attends parent/guardian, staff and conference meetings as scheduled. Participates in required training programs, conferences, courses, or other aspects of professional growth. Must be up to date with any state required training. Work alongside and delegate responsibilities among toddler assistants in completing essential duties, procedures, and routines of the toddler room. Promotes and fosters each toddler's positive self-esteem and individual development toward their fullest potential in the areas of physical, social, emotional, and cognitive growth. Ensures all child care supplies are sufficient and reports any additional supplies needed to lead teacher. Reports any suspicion of child abuse or neglect to the appropriate party for follow through. Adheres to all established policies, procedures and code of ethics. Maintains a positive interpersonal relationship with all children, co-workers, and parents / guardians. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Experience/Qualifications:

High school or equivalent At least 12 college-level credits in Early Childhood Education (4 courses, one being Early Childhood Growth and Development) A 1-year experience with an Infant/Toddler group Good verbal and written communication skills EEC certified Applicants must be able to work between the hours of 9am and 5:00pm, Monday - Friday through June with the option of continuing during the summer months Applicants will also be required to complete a fingerprinting background records check. This position is contingent upon the completion of this.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

Professional development assistance

Experience:

Teaching:

1 year (Preferred)

Childcare:

1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person