What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infant/Toddler Teacher position at Tender Years Inc.?
Do you have a heartfelt passion for early learners and inquiring minds? Are you looking for a work environment where you’ll leave a lasting impact on the lives of early learners and their families every day, while also forming strong relationships with your coworkers and leadership team? If so, we should talk!
Established in 1984, Tender Years, Inc. is a family-owned and operated business with early childhood development & childcare centers in Camp Hill, Carlisle, Hershey, Mechanicsburg and Hampden Township. Each center being licensed by Department of Human Services, three of the five centers holding Department of Ed certifications, and 4 STARS through the Keystone STARS program.
Work Location: In person
Camp Hill: 203 House Avenue, Camp Hill PA 17011
Hampden: 4545 Marketplace Way, Enola PA 17025
Hershey: 50 E. Chocolate Avenue, Hershey PA 17033
Mechanicsburg: 201 Bryant Street, Mechanicsburg PA 17050
Currently Hiring:
Infant/Toddler/Floater - Camp Hill
Infant/Floater/Preschool - Mechanicsburg
Toddler/Preschool - Enola
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Responsibilities
As a Teacher at Tender Years, your students will look forward to each new day in your classroom as you…
- Create and implement weekly lesson plans through the use of Tender Years Homegrown Curriculum based on the PA Early Learning Standards that meet the cognitive, social, emotional, physical needs of the child.
- Use of the Heggerty Language Curriculum
- Enhance play with language materials and activities and engage in conversations to expand learning, critical thinking and social emotional well-being.
- Watch your students grow as you keep regular observations, complete progress evaluations for each child through the use of Assessment Tools & Screening Tools
- Establish and maintain a strong professional relationship with the parents of your students through daily written and verbal communication, parent teacher conferences, and incident reports.
- Promote the health and well-being of your students by maintaining a safe, clean and organized classroom that meets their needs.
- Work with co-teacher to establish a schedule that balances routine tasks between employees.
- Help build a strong, supportive team with other employees.
Tender Years Employee Requirements
* Willingness to be flexible, open-minded, and looking to make a positive impact on young minds.
* Available and responsive to children’s needs, questions, and requests.
* Committed to monthly staff meetings and professional development as required.
* Coming to work being a song-singing, smile bringing child chasing rockstar who likes to inspire and loves to encourage every day.
* Being able to quickly count heads of many tiny humans within your primary care group.
Qualifications
Distinguished candidates will possess the following qualifications…
- 2,500 hours of experience
- Completion of High School or GED program
- Preferred CDA, Associates or Bachelors Degree
- Preferred PA State Teaching Certificate, Infant - PK; or PreK-Grade 4
- Must be 18 years of age and authorized to work in the U.S.
- Ability to obtain required childcare clearances – State Police, Child Abuse, NSOR, and FBI Fingerprinting.
- Ability to obtain health assessment and TB test.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Job Benefits
- Highly Competitive Pay
- 401k
- On-Site Paid Training & Ongoing Professional Development
- Educational Support
- Paid Time Off
- 7 Paid Holidays
- Medical & Dental Benefit Plans
- Free & Discounted Childcare Options
- Growth opportunities available
- Referral Program
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift availability
- 5 work day weeks
- Day shift
- Monday through Friday
Additional Information
Tender Years, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Daycare: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $19