Infant Educator

Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia • Fairfax, VA

11d

About The Position

As an Educator, you will use your knowledge of child development, curriculum, Judaism, and/or the community. You are responsible for monitoring the development and learning of the children, and for communicating this information to parents and directors.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Education relating to care for children under the age of 10.
• Strong oral communication skills and strong communication skills in oral communication, reading, and writing.
• Ability to relate to young children and adults.
• Ability to carry out assigned tasks, accept supervision, and act independently as needed.
• Judaic knowledge or willingness to learn.
• Ability to recognize safety hazards and protect children from harm.
• Meet background check and health requirements.
• Good character and reputation.
• Willingness to acquire Child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of the growth and development of young children and ability to apply this knowledge in the classroom.
• Ability to act independently in the classroom setting.
• Ability and willingness to work with a team.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in a child-related field from an accredited college or university, or CDA.
• One year or more of programmatic experience in a group setting with children.
• Willingness to mentor colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Monitor children's development and learning.
• Communicate information about children's development and learning to parents and directors.
• Use knowledge of child development, curriculum, Judaism, and/or the community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED