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Assistant Infant and Toddler Teacher (6 weeks to 24 months)

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Assistant Infant/Toddler Teacher is responsible for all aspects of the care and education for the children enrolled in his/her class. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: physical caregiving, aiding the lead teacher with developmental assessments, following an age appropriate curricular plan, and facilitation of supportive relationships with the owner, directors, co-workers, parents, and students.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must be 18 years of age and graduated from high school.
  • Must have a clear FBI background check and be fingerprinted prior to start of employment.
  • A Child Development Associate credential for Infant and Toddler Care OR a degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related field is preferred but not required.
  • Must have two years’ experience caring for infants or toddlers in a licensed early childhood facility OR successfully complete 24 hours of pre-service child care orientation.
  • Must be warm, nurturing, patient, and open to learning.
  • Must be capable of managing a group of children with varied dispositions in a positive and respectful manner in a variety of situations.
  • Must have the specific, knowledge-based competencies (stages of child development and learning styles, age appropriate activities, etc.) required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job.
  • Must have good verbal as well as written communication skills such as content and grammar.
  • Must be current in CPR and First Aid or have successfully completed an approved course prior to being left alone with the infants or toddlers.
  • Must be current in Shaken Baby/SIDS training or have successfully completed of an approved course prior to being alone with infants or toddlers.
  • Should be enthusiastic, energetic, creative and self-motivated.  The position requires considerable flexibility and patience.
  • Must be able to work well both independently and cooperatively in a positive, team-oriented, environment.
  • Must have a good attendance record and be punctual.
  • Must be able to fulfill the physical demands of the position i.e.; able to lift, carry, push and/or pull up to 50 pounds.  Some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and or crawling will be required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensure the safety of each child enrolled in the class whether in the classroom, on the playground, on the buggy, or in common areas.
  • Greet parents daily as they drop off and pick up with a warm smile and positive comment about their child.
  • Ensure parents sign their child in and out on a daily basis and complete the monthly feeding instructions for their child.
  • Change diapers every two hours.
  • Wash crib sheets, bibs, blankets as needed.
  • When feeding, hold infants who are 6 months old or less and cannot sit up in a high chair on their own.
  • Note naptime, amount eaten, diaper changes and comment on the child’s day on the daily sheet.
  • Send daily sheet home with the child at the end of the day.
  • Have appropriate and consistent classroom management skills.
  • Should enjoy and respect the egocentricity of every child in the classroom.
  • Be open to change, new ideas and constructive criticism.
  • Plan and implement developmentally appropriate classroom practices that support the physical, emotional, social and cognitive needs of young children and meet the standards of the Towne Creek School.
  • Work with the lead teacher in a positive, professional manner.
  • Team with parents, co-workers and administration to provide the best support for the children through sharing information in a professional and confidential manner.
  • Be prepared to teach in the lead teacher’s absence.
  • Assist the lead teacher in preparation of planned activities, diaper changes, feeding time, laundry, clean up, etc.
  • Assist students individually or in small groups with activities.
  • Assist children with toilet training when applicable.
  • Have positive interactions with each child on a daily basis during circle time, centers, snacks, lunch time, diaper changes, playground, free play, etc. for the purpose of creating a positive learning environment.
  • Perform general housekeeping duties within the classroom, on the playground and throughout the school.
  • Attend all scheduled meetings and in-service presentations for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions.
  • Successfully complete 24 clock hours of professional in service training annually.
  • Be knowledgeable of the Minimum Standard Requirements of Child Care required by the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.

SALARY RANGE   $8 – $12 per hour

  • Salary is based on a number of factors 1) Educational background 2) Years of experience 3) Child care needs, etc.    Final salary is negotiable.

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