Early Childhood- Infant /Toddler TeacherFull TimePay $18.00 - 18.75 / HourlyNO HOLIDAYS, NO EVENINGS, NO WEEKENDSOFFERING : 4 WEEKS VACATION, TUITION ASSISTANCE AND GREAT BENEFITSJOIN OUR AMAZING TEAM OF PROFESSIONALSPeople, Incorporated is a human service Agency serving the Southcoast community, including the Greater Fall River, New Bedford, and Taunton areas. As a partnership of specialized, integrated programs, we provide unique opportunities to people with life challenges. Since our inception in 1968, we have been one of the largest providers of supports and services to people of all abilities in the community. Let People, Incorporated be Your Path to Opportunity!Our Children's Center is looking for an Infant Toddler Teacher to assist in providing quality care for Infant /Toddler age children by creating a safe and nurturing environment. The Infant Toddler Teacher will be part of the childcare team to assess, plan and implement program goals for infants. Duties include curriculum development, assessment, and screening.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Create and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities that promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development for infants, toddlers and/or preschoolers.Maintain a safe, nurturing, and organized classroom environment conducive to learning, promoting positive behavior supports and social interactions among children.Ensure the safety and well-being of children by supervising activities, maintaining a safe and healthy environment, and attending to children’s basic needs such as feeding, diapering, and rest.Recognize and cater to the diverse needs and learning styles of each child in the classroom, providing additional support or challenges as needed.Observe and evaluate children’s development, keeping records, and communicating progress to parents/guardians through regular reports or conferences.Encourage family involvement in their child’s education by facilitating open communication, organizing events, and providing resources to support learning at home.Embrace diversity by fostering an inclusive environment that respects and celebrates cultural differences among children and families.Engage in continuous learning and professional development to remain current on best practices, teaching strategies, and child development research.Support compliance with MA EEC licensing regulations and NAEYC Quality Standards.Work collaboratively with other caregivers, educators, specialists, and staff to create a cohesive learning environment that meets the needs of all children.Participate in all staff meetings and required training sessions, including in-service training, as scheduled.Maintain all program and Agency required trainings.Perform other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS:Knowledge obtained through a combination of education and experience meeting EEC standards; Associate or bachelor's degree preferred.Nine months of work experience in an early education setting.Skill in interacting appropriately with children, clients and staff.Ability to meet the EEC minimum hiring requirements for an infant/toddler or preschool teacher.Experience working in an NAEYC accredited program a plus.All candidates must have a qualifying criminal background check. Driver’s license preferred.Why join our Team?Come work in a rewarding and creative environment that encourages growth, collaboration and community involvement that is exploding with opportunities.At People Incorporated you will find a path to endless opportunities and a rewarding career! We offer a supportive work environment, Employee Recognition Program, Professional Development, opportunities for growth as well as industry-leading wages and a comprehensive benefit package that includes:**For employees working in benefit eligible positions only**Available Benefits:4 weeks accrued paid time off11 paid holidays annuallyHealth InsuranceDental InsuranceVision Insurance403(b) savings planWellness Activities and initiativesMedical and Dependent Care Flexible AccountFREE Life and Long-term Disability InsuranceShort-term Disability InsuranceSelect discounts through LifeMart (i.e., Discount movie and theme park tickets, savings on T-Mobile)Employee Assistance ProgramFitness Center on SiteDiscounts on Auto, Home and Renters InsuranceFree Financial Planning/AnalysisProfessional Developmental:Tuition Assistance ProgramFinancial support with monthly student loan paymentsScholarship OpportunitiesDegree Completion IncentivePeople Incorporated is committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment. We are a proud equal opportunity employer that welcomes and strongly encourages all races, religions, nationalities, genders, the LGTBQIA community, and people with disabilities to apply. Our ability to attract and retain a talented and dedicated workforce that reflects the diverse backgrounds of those we serve is what drives our Agency’s success. We continue to promote an environment of continuous learning, inclusion, mutual respect, and belonging to ensure our employees feel valued, seen, and heard.People Incorporated offers a competitive salary and benefits package that includes health, dental, 403(b),FSA, LTD, life insurance and generous accrued time off. To learn more about People Inc please visit us online at www.peopleinc-fr.orgUNITED WAY MEMBER AGENCYAA/EOEWhy join our Team?Come work in a rewarding and creative environment that encourages growth, collaboration and community involvement that is exploding with opportunities.At People Incorporated you will find a path to endless opportunities and a rewarding career! We offer a supportive work environment, Employee Recognition Program, Professional Development, opportunities for growth as well as industry-leading wages and a comprehensive benefit package that includes:**For employees working in benefit eligible positions only**Tuition Assistance Program4 weeks accrued paid time off11 paid holidays annuallyHealth InsuranceDental Insurance403(b) savings planWellness Activities and initiativesSelect employee discounts through LifeMartFSAEmployee Assistance ProgramFREE Life and Long-term Disability InsuranceShort-term Disability InsuranceJoin us! #peoplewithapurposePeople Incorporated is committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment. We are a proud equal opportunity employer that welcomes and strongly encourages all races, religions, nationalities, genders, the LGTBQIA community, and people with disabilities to apply. Our ability to attract and retain a talented and dedicated workforce that reflects the diverse backgrounds of those we serve is what drives our Agency’s success. We continue to promote an environment of continuous learning, inclusion, mutual respect, and belonging to ensure our employees feel valued, seen, and heard.UNITED WAY MEMBER AGENCYAA/EOE