Lead Infant Teacher

The Learning Experience•Colorado Springs, CO

13h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Lead Infant Teacher, you will guide a classroom serving children ages 6 weeks through 18 months. You will create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment that promotes development, exploration, and meaningful interactions while supporting assistant teachers and partnering with families.

Requirements

Is at least Eighteen (18) years of age.
Hold a certificate in Infant and Toddler care from a regionally accredited college or university with completion of a minimum of 30 semester hours in the development and care of infants and toddlers in a group setting.
Or an adult who is currently certified as a Child Development Associate (CDA) and has completed the Department approved expanding quality in infant and toddler development course of training.
Or a current Early Childhood Professional Credential Version 3.0 Level II or higher, as determined by the Colorado Shines.
Has completed one three-semester-hour class in infant/toddler development; or, Has completed the Department-approved “Expanding Quality in Infant and Toddler Development” and holds twelve months of verifiable full-day experience working with Infants and/or Toddlers.

Nice To Haves

PDIS Level 2 or higher

Responsibilities

Lead daily classroom operations and maintain a positive learning environment.
Foster strong attachments and responsive caregiving practices.
Implement The Learning Experience's proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum®.
Observe and document developmental milestones.
Coach, support, and mentor assistant teachers and support staff.
Maintain compliance with Colorado licensing regulations and health and safety standards.
Build trusting relationships with families through ongoing communication and partnership.
Complete classroom documentation, assessments, and daily reports.
Support center-wide initiatives, events, and enrollment efforts.
Ensure active supervision and safe care practices at all times.