Infant and Toddler Teacher

PERFORMANCE PROFILE SOURCE :Management Professional

DEPARTMENT: Management

REPORTS TO: Early Learning Center Director/Director of Operations

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

• The Infant & Toddler Teacher will be responsible for supporting & leading the Infant & Toddler program. Plan both long- and short-range activities in accordance with curriculum objectives, developmentally appropriate practice and program philosophy. Responsible for implementing the policies & procedures of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Mason Valley.

KEY ROLES INCLUDED BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

Leadership

• Meet the emotional, social, physical and cognitive needs of each child
• Encourage assistants to contribute to curriculum planning
• Coordinate field trips
• Prepare monthly plan charts
• Complete bi-annual assessment of children's development
• Report progress of children to parents in bi-annual reports and through parent-teacher conferences in conjunction with the ELC Director
• Maintain daily open communication with parents
• Maintain anecdotal records
• Maintain confidentiality
• Report any suspect abuse to supervisor
• Arrange a classroom environment in accordance to program goals and philosophy
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment
• Inspect and replace damaged or lost materials
• Attend in-service and staff meetings
• Supervise assistants, aides and volunteers in the classroom
• Keep all appropriate records such as records, attendance and time sheets.
• Meet all applicable licensing regulations
• Establishes clearly specified goals and action plans, assigning accountability and follows-up
• Creates an exceptional parent/child experience using operational tools, excellent communication skills and personal leadership
• Responds and follows up on all enrollment inquiries
• Must have or obtain required administration units and be CPR/First Aid (Pediatric) Certified.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• May participate in special programs and/or events within the community, other non-profit agencies, or other BGCMV events including trainings.
• May be required to drive van for trips/activities
• May need to answer phones, greet visitors at the door, and attend to guests as needed.
• Assume other duties as assigned.

SKILLS/

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• CDA or Early Childhood Education Associates
• A minimum of three years work experience in planning and implementation programs preferred.
• Knowledge of Early Childcare Education.
• Ability to recruit, train, supervise and motivate staff.
• Ability to deal effectively with members including discipline problems.
• Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.
• Complete mandatory trainings including CPR and First Aid Certifications.

Please evaluate and describe any physical skills, abilities or working conditions required to perform the essential duties of this position, as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

• Fast paced and sometimes loud environments.
• Requires time spent outside for activities with children and includes standing for long periods of time.
• Lifting boxes for food pantry and supplies.

DISCLAIMER:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.