What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infant Toddler Preschool Teacher position at Maggie's Happy Hens Farm and Forest School?
Overview
Join our vibrant early childhood education team as an Infant Toddler Preschool Teacher, where your passion for nurturing young minds will inspire growth, curiosity, and confidence in an outdoor farm and forest setting . In this dynamic role, you will create a warm, engaging classroom environment tailored to the developmental needs of infants and toddlers. Your expertise in curriculum development, child development instruction, and classroom management will help lay a strong foundation for lifelong learning. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children and their families through dedicated teaching and compassionate care.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement age-appropriate curricula that promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development for infants and toddlers.
- Foster a safe, nurturing classroom environment that encourages exploration and independence while adhering to health and safety standards.
- Manage daily classroom activities, including lesson planning, circle time, play-based learning, and routine care such as feeding and diapering.
- Communicate regularly with parents and guardians to share progress updates, discuss developmental milestones, and address any concerns with professionalism and sensitivity.
- Apply behavior management strategies to support positive social interactions and emotional regulation among young children.
- Maintain accurate records of child progress, attendance, incident reports, and mandated reporting laws compliance.
- Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development initiatives that incorporate early intervention strategies, literacy education, Montessori methods, or specialized programs like special education or childhood development.
Requirements
- Prior experience working with children in a preschool or daycare setting, especially with infants and toddlers.
- Knowledge of child development principles, early childhood education practices, and classroom management techniques.
- Certification in first aid and CPR is required; ongoing training in health safety protocols is preferred.
- Strong communication skills to effectively engage with children, parents, staff, and community partners.
- Familiarity with mandated reporting laws related to child welfare and abuse prevention.
- Ability to plan engaging lessons that incorporate math concepts, physical education activities, literacy skills, and standardized testing preparation when appropriate.
- Experience with curriculum development approaches such as Montessori or other early childhood frameworks is a plus.
- Demonstrated commitment to inclusive education practices including special education needs or early intervention services.
Join us in shaping bright futures by providing high-quality childcare rooted in compassion, innovation, and educational excellence!
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $20