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Small Wonders Child Care Center
Infant/Toddler Teacher
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What they do
A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.
$34,383 / year median in Missouri
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Childcare Do you love children? Do you love to make a difference? Are you at least 18 years old? This may be the job for you!! We are currently seeking a full-time Infant/Toddler teacher for our Central location. Experience in a licensed childcare center is required. This is a rotating schedule within the infant/toddler unit. You must be available Monday through Friday 6:00am to 5:30 pm. Must have a positive attitude and be able to work closely with others. Be able to pass a background check, lift 50lbs, ability to get up and down from the floor repetitively and stand for long periods of time. SItting on the floor is a must. Ability to implement lesson plans is also required. Must have reliable transportation. Duties will include but are not limited to preparing bottles, feeding, diapering, documentation, light to heavy cleaning, laundry and daily personal care of each infant and toddler. Lesson planning is also required using age appropriate activities and experiences for children birth to 23 months. Candidates must be able to understand and follow all state licensing regulations and Small Wonders policies and procedures. Excellent attendance is a must. This is an amazing job with a great company, if you meet the above criteria you will not regret applying.