Infant/Toddler Teacher Requirements Little Disciples Early Learning Center Corpus Christi, TX Job Details Full-time $10 - $15 an hour 21 hours ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications CPR Certification Math First Aid Certification Lesson planning Food Handler Certification Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods) Full Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Infant/Toddler Teacher to join our vibrant early childhood education team. In this role, you will create a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment for infants and toddlers, fostering their growth across all areas of childhood development. Your enthusiasm and expertise will inspire young children to explore, learn, and thrive while building strong relationships with families and colleagues. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact during the foundational years of a child's life. Duties Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum plans that promote early literacy, social-emotional skills, motor development, and cognitive growth. Provide attentive toddler care by supporting their daily routines, including feeding, diapering, nap times, and hygiene practices. Manage classroom activities with effective behavior management strategies to encourage positive interactions and self-regulation among children. Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment that complies with health and safety regulations. Communicate regularly with parents about their child's progress, milestones, and any concerns through meetings, reports, or informal updates. Collaborate with colleagues on lesson planning, classroom management techniques, and implementing individualized support for children with special needs or early intervention plans. Follow mandated reporting laws to ensure child safety and welfare are prioritized at all times. Qualifications Prior experience working with children in early childhood settings such as preschools or childcare centers is highly preferred. Knowledge of child development principles, childhood education best practices, and classroom management techniques. Familiarity with curriculum development focused on literacy education, math concepts, physical education activities, and social-emotional learning. Certification in first aid and CPR is required; ongoing professional development in early childhood education is a plus. CPR Certification must be current. Strong communication skills to effectively engage with children, parents, and team members. Experience working with children who have special needs or require early intervention services is advantageous. Understanding of mandated reporting laws to ensure compliance with child welfare regulations. Must be able to pass a background check and FBI fingerprint check. Must have a food handler's permit and first aid. Required pre-service orientation training. Infant/toddler and safe sleep training. Required HHSC documentation. Join us in shaping the future by providing a warm, enriching environment where young children can flourish!

Pay:

$10.00 - $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location:

In person