Associate Infant Teacher | The Learning Center | Full Time | Day

Concord Hospital Health System•Concord, NH

About The Position

The Associate Infant Teacher promotes children's social, physical, and intellectual growth by providing developmentally appropriate care, observing and documenting learning and development, and communicating effectively with children, center staff, and families. The teacher supervises classroom operations when the Lead Teacher is absent and supports a safe, organized, child-centered learning environment. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 9 college credits in Early Childhood Education or related coursework, including at least 3 credits in child or human growth and development, from a regionally accredited college; alternatively, current certification as a Para II educator by the Department of Education. Infant and Child CPR certification, including AED training, and Basic First Aid certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire. Candidates must be at least 18 years old; two years of experience working with young children in a group setting is preferred.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and at least 9 credits in Early Childhood Education or related coursework, including at least 3 credits in child or human growth and development, from a regionally accredited college; alternatively, current certification as a Para II educator by the Department of Education.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must obtain Infant and Child CPR certification, including AED training, and Basic First Aid certification within 6 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience working with young children in a group setting.

Responsibilities

Promote a positive influence among the classroom team and other Center coworkers.
Develop and maintain positive relationships with each child and family.
Engage with children to meet their developmental and social-emotional needs.
Model and teach children self-regulation skills.
Implement a child-centered curriculum in a safe, organized environment.
Observe children to assess their development, share information with families, and plan curriculum accordingly.
Support and follow Concord Hospital and Learning Center policies and procedures.
Complete administrative tasks required for NH Child Care licensing, NAEYC accreditation, and Learning Center policies.
Demonstrate leadership skills as needed.
Commit to continual learning and professional development, and suggest improvements based on best practice.
Supervise classroom operations in the absence of the Lead Teacher.
Observe and document children's learning and development.