Infant/Toddler Assistant

Child Development Centers, Inc.•Erie, PA

5d•Onsite

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.

Requirements

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

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