What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infant/Toddler Teacher position at The Lead School of Manchester?
We are looking for an Infant/Toddler lead teacher to join our team in The LEAD School of Manchester located at the heart of Manchester, MD. The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching young children, be creative and patient, and have a strong understanding and help create a positive learning environment for our students of early childhood development. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and delivering age-appropriate activities, creating lesson plans, managing classroom behavior, and providing feedback to parents.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement lesson plans that meet the needs of all students.
- Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow.
- Maintain a positive and supportive relationship with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Utilize appropriate teaching methods to ensure student success.
- Assess student progress and provide feedback to parents.
- Implement classroom management strategies to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Develop and implement activities that promote physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors/CDA/Associates Degree (preferred)
- 90 hour certification with Infant/Toddler concentration (preferred)
- Works productively without supervision
- Shows empathy and compassion for young children
- Is dependable and adaptable and enjoys working together toward a common goal
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with outstanding ability to listen and follow-up on issues constructively
- Ability to calmly address stressful situations professionally while multi-tasking to ensure smooth school operations
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (Required)
- Childcare: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Child Development Associate Certification (Required)
Job-related location requirement:
- Candidates must be within a 25-mile radius.
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $18