Full Time Lead Infant Teacher

Sunshine Academy•Laurel, MT

1d•$16 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Infant Teacher is responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for infants.

Requirements

Minimum Level 2 on The Practitioner Registry or 2+ years of early childhood experience in a licensed program and/or their CDA, or BA/Associate Degree in Early Childhood Development, or preschool certification through an accredited program.
Current certification for infant, child, and adult CPR/AED and infant choking response, and standard and pediatric first aid. CPR certification must be completed in a hands-on setting
Complete facility overview training
Current on the ECP Practitioner Registry
Able to lift 45 pounds
Able to easily maneuver up and down from the floor
Have sufficient language skills to communicate with children and adults
Can demonstrate they are of good moral character
Able to demonstrate they are physically, emotionally, and mentally capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations
Current on MMR and Tetanus Immunizations

Responsibilities

Provide loving, responsive, and individualized care for each infant.
Meet each child's physical, emotional, social, and developmental needs.
Follow each infant's feeding, sleeping, diapering, and care schedule.
Support developmental milestones through age-appropriate activities, tummy time, sensory play, music, reading, and language development.
Maintain a calm, clean, and nurturing classroom environment.
Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lesson plans.
Provide daily sensory experiences and opportunities for exploration.
Observe and document children's developmental progress.
Ensure active supervision of children at all times.
Follow all licensing regulations and The Sunshine Academy policies.
Complete diaper changes according to policy and maintain accurate diapering records.
Sanitize toys, equipment, and classroom materials daily.
Maintain a clean and organized classroom.
Practice safe sleep procedures at all times.
Build positive relationships with families.
Communicate daily about feedings, diapering, naps, activities, and developmental milestones.
Ensure daily updates, notes, and photos are entered into the parent communication app.
Address parent questions professionally and communicate concerns to administration when appropriate.
Keep the classroom clean, organized, and inviting.
Label and organize materials and storage areas.
Maintain an attractive classroom environment.
Ensure supplies are stocked and notify administration when items need to be reordered.
Follow the staff dress code and professionalism expectations.
Attend staff meetings, trainings, and professional development.
Maintain confidentiality regarding children, families, and coworkers.
Be flexible and assist other classrooms as needed.