What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Care Lead Teacher (Infant) - Full-time position at Glcymca?
Join Our Team as an Infant Teacher!
Are you passionate about helping young children learn, grow, and thrive? We’re looking for a caring and enthusiastic Childcare Teacher for our Infants to create a safe, fun, and stimulating environment where every child feels valued and supported.
Are you passionate about helping young children learn, grow, and thrive? We’re looking for a caring and enthusiastic Childcare Teacher for our Infants to create a safe, fun, and stimulating environment where every child feels valued and supported.
What You’ll Do:
- Foster social, emotional, and academic development through creative activities and play-based learning.
- Build positive relationships with children, families, and team members.
- Maintain a nurturing classroom that encourages curiosity and confidence.
Why Join Us?
- Supportive team environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth.
- Competitive salary and benefits as follows:
- Paid Holidays & Time Off
- Mission Trip opportunities
- Medical, Vision, Dental, Life, & Disability Insurance
- 8% Retirement
- 55% discount on Y childcare
- Complimentary Y Membership for your household
- Discounts on Y programs for you & household members
Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- High School diploma or equivalent general education degree, required.
- Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education, preferred.
- Knowledge of state child care licensing, Young Star, and NAC accreditation requirements, preferred.
- Certifications that must be obtained and maintained within first 90 days: Certification or approved course work in early childhood development, CPR, AED, First Aid, Child Abuse Prevention, Blood borne Pathogens, Hazard Communication.
- Attend at minimum 9 staff meetings per year, complete at least 25 hours in early childhood training, and obtain additional certification as requested.
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