Infant and Toddler Teacher

Gretchen's House Child Care Centers are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Infant and Toddler Teacher to join our early childhood education team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to positively influence the development of young children in a nurturing and stimulating environment. The ideal candidate will be passionate about early childhood education and committed to fostering a safe, engaging, and supportive space for infants and toddlers to learn and grow.

Benefits offered along with a generous amount of paid time off and paid holidays. Benefit options include:

- Signing bonus - $1500 during first year of employment

- Health, dental, vision and life insurance

- 401K matching contribution

- Medical reimbursement

- Short-term disability

- Supplemental insurance options

- Student Loan Repayment
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum and activities that promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development
- Provide a safe, caring, and nurturing environment for infants and toddlers
- Observe and assess children's progress, documenting developmental milestones and communicating with parents and guardians
- Foster positive relationships with children, encouraging exploration and independence
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment in compliance with licensing and safety standards
- Collaborate with team members and participate in ongoing professional development
- Support families through regular communication and building strong partnerships
Skills and Qualifications:
- Proven experience working with infants and toddlers in an educational or caregiving setting
- Early childhood education certification or relevant credentials preferred
- Strong understanding of child development principles, along with age-specific and special needs
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills- Ability to create engaging, developmentally appropriate activities
- Patience, compassion, and a genuine love for working with young children
- Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in early childhood education

Regular work hours are 7:45-4:45, 8:00-5:00 and/or 8:15-5:15, Monday through Friday.

Join our vibrant team dedicated to nurturing the next generation. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a commitment to creating a positive impact on children's lives.

Requirements
-  CDA, AA or BA in ECE or closely related field

- HighScope certification preferred but not required/ training provided

- Ability to relate joyfully and sensitively to children, co-workers and families

- Sensitive to the individual needs of families

- Ability to communicate with families effectively

- Ability to supervise variety of staff

- Knowledge of state licensing and NAEYC rules, regulations and standards

- Knowledge of child development

- Ability to provide appropriate guidance

- Ability to seek supervision and use it constructively

- Evidence of emotional maturity and stability

- Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position

- Evidence of sufficient judgment

Salary Description
$37,480-$43,681