Infant Teacher

Summary

Growing Places is looking for an energetic, reliable, loving caregiver to join our team of teachers. Growing Places is know for its positive work environment, generous benifits and quality programming. This position is located at our Lee, NH location.

Duties

• Observe, Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards
• Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.
• Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
• Ensure a healthy classroom environment - including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
• Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records, forms and files.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

Must have a highschool diploma

CPR and first aid certified or willing to become

16 credits in ECE or willing to take courses (paid through scholarships and grants)

Be able to lift, bend and participate in activities with children

Must pass a background check

Experience with young children

Nice To Haves

Associates degree in ECE or related field

Experience in a toddler classroom

Benefits

100% employer paid health and dental insurance

Employer paid telehealth and telemental health

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Employer paid life insurance

Professional development

Affordable buy in for vision insurance