Infant​/Toddler Teacher

• Location 215 W Seminary Ave,Durham, NC, 27701,United States
• Base Pay $17.00 - $21.00 / Hour
• Required Degree 2 Year Degree

Are you passionate about nurturing little learners and looking for a career where you can make a lasting difference? Join Families & Communities Rising, Inc. (FCR), where we support children and families through our Head Start and Early Head Start programs. As an Infant/Toddler Teacher, you will help our youngest learners feel safe, loved, and encouraged as they grow and discover the world.

Collaborate with a co-teacher to plan engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences using the Creative Curriculum for Infants and Toddlers.

Serve as the primary caregiver for up to four children, building trusting relationships that support their growth and development.

Provide nurturing, responsive care during feeding, diapering, toileting, and rest, using everyday routines as opportunities for learning.

Create a safe, welcoming, culturally responsive classroom with daily opportunities for indoor and outdoor exploration.

Observe and document children’s development, maintain accurate classroom records, and use assessments to guide planning.

Partner with families through daily communication, at least two parent conferences, and two home visits per year.

Use positive guidance to support children’s social and emotional development.

Follow program policies and applicable health, safety, sanitation, and licensing requirements.

An Infant-Toddler CDA, an associate or bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, or a related degree with sufficient early childhood education credit hours.

At least two years of teaching experience with children under 36 months.

Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to maintain accurate records.

Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices for infants and toddlers.

Warmth, patience, and the ability to provide consistent, nurturing care.

A commitment to engaging families and respecting their cultures, experiences, and individual needs.

Dependability, flexibility, and a collaborative approach to working with others.

Support your professional growth through training, workshops, and ongoing learning.

Provide opportunities for collaboration with your co-teacher and the broader child and family support team.

Support your development through reflective supervision and a shared commitment to quality care.

Day 1 benefits for full-time employees.

A full-time teaching opportunity with a mission-driven organization.

Meaningful work supporting children and families during the earliest years of development.