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A Pleasant Day
Infant Co-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.
$40,759 / year median in New Jersey
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Infant Co-Teacher A Pleasant Day Caldwell, NJ Job Details Full-time $15.50 - $16.25 an hour 2 hours ago Benefits Paid time off 401(k) matching Employee discount Qualifications Childcare Early childhood education Experience working with children Classroom experience Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods) Full Job Description We are looking for a qualified Full-time Infant/Toddler Teacher who is loving, caring and has patience for children. Experience in a childcare setting a must. Individual has to be able to follow a daily schedule and engage in all activities. Person must be able to work in a high stress environment and work well with others. Responsibilities Develop a careful and creative program suitable for infant/toddler children Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media etc.) to teach children Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem Encourage children to interact with each others Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are safe at all times Track children's progress and report to parents Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children's background and psyche Collaborate with other educators Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards Skills Proven experience working with Infants Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational methods Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms Excellent communication and instructional skills Ability to act as mediator between children loving, friendly and reliable Balance between a creative mind and a practical acumen Certification in child