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Bright Bee Academy
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.
$37,025 / year median in Virginia
+7% projected growth
Job Description
We are looking for an interactive, energetic, compassionate teacher to join our Infant Classroom. You must be able to engage with infants/toddlers, maintain schedules, work well with colleagues and help create a positive learning environment. We are locally owned and have been nurturing children for over 40 years.
Duties :
- Provide a safe and engaging learning environment
- Create and implement developmental appropriate activities
- Help promote the development of each child within the classroom
- Maintain schedules throughout the day
- Be able to communicate well with parents and other staff members
- Record daily activities and information about each child
- Work well with colleagues
- Maintain personal hygiene and appropriate work attire according to the employee handbook
- Follow all standards for licensing as outlined by the
Department of Social Service Requirements:
- At least 2 years experience working with infants/toddlers
- Strong oral communication skills
- Have developmental knowledge of infants/toddlers
- Willingness to be trained
- Be prompt
- Must clear a background check and pass a health screening Nice to
Haves:
- Early childhood certifications
- MAT training, CPR/First Aid
CDA Benefits:
- Discount on child care
- Room to grow within the company
- Vacation days