Infant Toddler Teacher

Oregon Child Development Coalition • Brooks, MN

2d • $21 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

Ensures, supports, and promotes each child’s safety, health, and development in cooperation with their parents and other early childhood professionals in a manner consistent with the Head Start Performance Standards, USDA, and day care licensing regulations. Plans and develops a developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum which meets the needs of the children and families.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or Diploma de Educacion Secundaria or higher AND Infant Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate within 6 months from date of hire OR One year Oregon community college certificate in field within 1 year from date of hire WITH training or coursework in early childhood development with a focus on infant and toddler development.
• High School Diploma, GED, or Diploma de Educacion Secundaria AND Infant Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate OR One year Oregon community college certificate in field WITH training or coursework in early childhood development with a focus on infant and toddler development.
• Associate’s degree or higher in Early childhood education or child development WITH training or coursework in early childhood development with a focus on infant and toddler development OR Any field and coursework equivalent to a major relating to early child hood education or child development WITH training or coursework in early childhood development with a focus on infant and toddler development.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early childhood education or child development WITH training or coursework in early childhood development with a focus on infant and toddler development; OR Any field and coursework equivalent to a major relating to early childhood education or child development with training or coursework in early childhood development with a focus on infant and toddler development.
• Oregon Registry Step 8 or higher per certificate or college courses pathway
• Oregon Registry Step 9 or higher per degree or college courses pathway
• Oregon Registry Step 10 or higher per degree or college courses pathway

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety, health, and development of infants and toddlers in a nurturing, developmentally appropriate environment
• Plan and implement culturally responsive curriculum aligned with Head Start Performance Standards and licensing requirements
• Maintain a safe, clean, and engaging classroom environment; supervise children at all times
• Complete developmental screenings, observations, assessments, and individualized learning plans
• Collaborate with parents, caregivers, and specialists to support each child’s development
• Conduct home visits and parent-teacher conferences to discuss child progress and goals
• Participate in case management, staff meetings, trainings, and program planning activities
• Provide guidance, support, and direction to classroom staff, assistant teachers, and volunteers
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation and required program records
• Promote positive nutrition practices, health, and safety standards
• Support family engagement, communication, and parent involvement activities
• Maintain confidentiality of child and family information
• Respond appropriately to emergencies using First Aid and CPR; participate in drills
• Support transportation and field trip activities as required
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Paid time off, sick leave, holidays, and paid leave programs
• Employer paid life and disability coverage, with voluntary options available
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources
• Optional benefits including pet insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree