Reports to: Center Director

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITES:

Responsible for the planning and implementation of a day care program for infant/toddler in a manner that contributes to their growth and development and is consistent with the goals and philosophy of Lehigh Valley Infant/toddler’s Centers, following program policies in accordance with Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Child Care regulations, and Keystone STARS regulations.

This is a full time position full year grant funded position. Candidates must have knowledge of child development particularly with regard to mixed birth to 3 age groups.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for cooperatively plan the week's schedule, ensuring the posting and implementation of lesson plans.
• Responsible for the overall planning of program activities and the development of an individualized program for each child.
• Responsible for assessing and recording infant/toddler's progress through, anecdotal records and Teaching Strategies GOLD assessments.
• Cooperates and is flexible to ensure that infant / toddler coverage is adequate and reflects continuity of care for families served.
• Attends workshops, training, and conferences for professional development.
• Encourages and facilitates communication and cooperation between family and center: maintains frequent contact with parents informing them of the child's progress, activities and behaviors.
• Holds parent-teacher conferences semi-annually; maintains frequent contact with parents, informing them of their child's progress, activities and behavior.
• Attends parent meetings and supports extra-curricular activities of the center or agency upon request.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• CDA in Infant Toddler or Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education
• Experience working with infant and toddler mixed age groups.
• Maintains appropriate physical & TB testing requirements.
• Able to lift up to 30 lbs.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person