I/T Assistant

Child Development Centers, Inc.•Millcreek Township, PA

About The Position

The Infant/Toddler Assistant is responsible for helping the Infant/Toddler Leader provide overall care and education for children ages birth to two years. The hours are 8:00am-4:30pm.

Requirements

Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum 2 years of experience working directly with children; infant/toddler experience preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Must possess excellent organizational and time management skills
Must have a patient, caring, and kind demeanor
Proper attendance is required. Employees are expected to arrive on time, every day, able and available to work.
May require travel to other centers within the county
Must be able to stand for long periods throughout the workday with intermittent periods of sitting, walking, and occasional bending, twisting, stooping, reaching and grasping as necessary to carry out essential job duties.
Dexterity requirements range from coordinated movements of fingers and hands to simple movements of feet, legs, and torso as necessary to carry out essential job duties.
Lifting and carrying of children and/or objects up to 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

infant/toddler experience preferred

Responsibilities

Help implement weekly lesson plans that outline activities that foster individual social, physical, and intellectual growth and development. These should align with The Creative Curriculum.
Ensure the safety and well-being of each child by responding to their emotional, social, educational, and physical needs.
Assist children with activities of daily life, including eating, diapering/restroom use, handwashing, etc.
Actively engage children in activities that encourage learning and promote development.
Clean classroom equipment, including tables, chairs, diapering area, and other necessary areas according to required regulations.
Use developmentally appropriate language and respond to children in a positive tone.
Create positive relationships with children, families and co-workers.
Continually monitor and document the development of each child.
Learn, understand, and follow the relevant standards and regulations.
Maintain regular communication with parents regarding their child’s development, behavior, and educational goals.
Other duties as assigned
Adhere to all CDC policies and procedures as outlined in the policy manual.