Job Title: Lead Teacher – Infant Classroom

Reports to: Oakdale Early Learning Center Director

FLSA Status: Hourly

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for upholding and supporting the mission and values of the organization as well as:

• The supervision, safety, and education of infants and toddlers
• Building positive relationships with parents, children, and co-workers
• Adhering to all applicable childcare licensing and other applicable rules and regulations

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Actively supervise and engage with children
• Effectively communicate with parents
• Prepare lesson plans based on approved curriculum
• Assist in preparing for Parent/Teacher Conferences
• Work well as a team with other caregivers
• Maintain professional attitude at all times
• Keep accurate records
• Attend mandatory training and meetings as needed
• Keep certifications current (e.g. CPR, First Aid)
• Provide training and direction to Associate Teachers, Volunteers, and other support staff

Other duties as assigned to support the overall operation of the center.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Volunteers
• Assistant infant room teacher

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform these essential duties. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience

• Valid Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential – Infant/Toddler (preferred)
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Child Development (preferred)
• Prior experience working with vulnerable children and families (preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Expertise in the Early Childhood Development field
• Knowledge and experience managing a classroom an infant/toddler program
• Thorough understanding of Licensing rules, safety regulations, practices and procedures
• Ability to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of various cultural backgrounds
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Knowledge of computer web based programs

Working as a Team

• Willingness to work hard at relationships
• Listen well and speak honestly
• Respect others’ opinions and differences
• Acknowledge mistakes and freely give and receive forgiveness
• Willingness to provide assistance and support in other classrooms

Additional Requirements

• Walking, standing, bending and lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $19.50 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Grand Rapids, MI 49507: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Choose your own hours
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Grand Rapids, MI 49507: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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