Preschool Infant/Toddler Teacher - Finksburg (Chipmunks)

The Y in Central Maryland•Finksburg, MD

159d•$19 - $20

About The Position

The Infant/Toddler Teacher creates a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children ages 6 weeks to 3 years. Through responsive caregiving, meaningful interactions, and developmentally appropriate experiences, the teacher supports each child's social-emotional, cognitive, physical, and language development and builds strong partnerships with families. This work helps young children develop confidence, curiosity, and skills for success in school and life. Y associates must abide by the Code of Conduct with Youth, which establishes expectations for maintaining a safe and respectful environment. Associates must treat youth respectfully and fairly, avoid inappropriate physical or verbal interactions, follow standards for affection, and report suspected mistreatment. They must complete child abuse prevention training and comply with legal reporting requirements.

Requirements

Passion for working with infants and toddlers and supporting their earliest stages of development.
Patience, warmth, good judgment, flexibility, and a positive attitude.
Ability to communicate clearly and listen effectively to children, families, members, and fellow Y associates.
Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices for children ages 0–3.
At least 1 year of early childhood education or licensed childcare experience.
High school diploma or GED.
Maryland 90-Hour Child Care Certification.
Agreement to abide by the Code of Conduct with Youth.

Responsibilities

Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children ages 6 weeks to 3 years.
Use responsive caregiving, meaningful interactions, and developmentally appropriate experiences to foster children's social-emotional, cognitive, physical, and language development.
Build strong partnerships with families.
Follow the Code of Conduct with Youth and established standards for respectful interactions with children.
Complete child abuse prevention training and report suspected mistreatment in accordance with legal requirements.