Infant Development Specialist

Catalyst Kids • Tracy, CA

275d • $20 - $30

About The Position

An Infant Development Specialist establishes a climate of respect for each infant/toddler's individual personality, physical characteristics, traits, temperament, language, and family culture. They support the individual planning and implementation of Catalyst's program for children ranging in age zero to three years old. The Infant Development Specialist moves with their group of children from the time they enter the program until they move to preschool (age 2.9 or up) supporting their development, building strong family relationships, setting the trajectory for future success in the child/families' school success and ensuring continuity of care for the child until they move to preschool. Catalyst Infant Development Specialists must be able to facilitate a variety of age-appropriate experiences that support children's social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development, and ensure all children are supervised at all times in a healthy and safe environment.

Requirements

• Education and permit requirements may vary by center needs/require at least three units specific to the Infant/Toddler (0-3yrs) age group.
• 24 units in child development, early childhood development or related field, plus 16 general education units and (at least three units in Infant/Toddler (0-3) specifically).
• AA degree in ECE, CD, or related field from a national accredited college.
• BA degree in ECE, CD, or related field from a national accredited college/university.
• Teacher or above Child Development Permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
• 2 years of experience in a group care environment with care/teaching provided for a consistent age group preferred.
• 1 year experience supervising adults or equivalent Adult Supervision units preferred.
• Effective problem solving, conflict resolution, classroom management, and communication with children and families.
• Effective organization, time management, curriculum and assessment documentation (Individualized lesson plans, portfolios, anecdotal notes).
• Ability to work alongside colleagues and maintain a professional team environment.
• Current adult and infant/child CPR/First Aid certification preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual/Multilingual language preference based on individual center needs.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement individual developmentally appropriate curriculum and small group experiences that are directly connected to the interests and development of infants/toddlers.
• Understand the growth and development of infants/toddlers ages zero-three years and meet their needs based on their developmental age.
• Keep infant/toddlers healthy and safe by connecting proper supervision, following compliance regulations, positive, empathetic, consistent interactions, healthy habits, and nurturing culturally diverse relationships.
• Create, implement and maintain intentional, enriched and supportive learning environments connected to curriculum and quality experiences that are appropriate for all children.
• Ensure the environment meets the needs of the developmental age of infant/toddlers as they grow through the first three years of life.
• Provide excellent customer service by establishing and maintaining authentic connections and reciprocal, culturally responsive relationships with children, families, communities and center/classroom team.
• Complete a daily report and provide continual evaluation for families detailing the child's individual progress and developmental milestones.
• Work collaboratively with each other connecting workplace values, education and experience to provide the highest quality programs and creative workplaces.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), and Long-Term Disability (LTD) employer paid coverage.
• 401(k) Retirement plan and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Personal Health Advocate.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Education Reimbursement Program.
• Commuter pre-tax benefit.
• Discounted childcare.
• Access to the Calm app.
• Tickets at Work employee discounts.
• Be constantly in a learning and growth process with training and professional growth advisory.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree