Infant Teacher

Are you passionate about childhood education and helping children learn, grow, and develop while working in a fun and rewarding environment? At Courtney’s Little Learners S.T.E.M. our mission is to create a learning environment where each child is given the opportunity to be innovative by creating an atmosphere of encouragement and critical thinking outside of the box.
This is a full-time position Monday – Friday scheduled to work the hours of 8:45am to 5:45pm. The pay range is $12 - $13 per hour depending on experience and qualifications. This position is onsite at our center located: 1414 N Pine Hills Road, Orlando FL 32808
Why You’ll Loving Working with Us:   

• Professional development assistance. 
• Positive and rewarding work environment.
• Required DCF training is provided.

The Infant Teacher plans and implements curriculum, serves as a model and mentor, and coordinates engaging developmental activities for children aged 6 weeks to 12 months old. You’ll have the opportunity to build a dynamic classroom environment, create fun-filled learning activities, and support the growth and success of children. You’ll have the opportunity to be a leader in the classroom, champion a team environment, and provide fun-filled learning opportunities while making a positive impact on the lives of children. 
What You’ll Do:   

• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills. 
• Lead by example and encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.
• Manage adherence to quality standards in accordance with the center’s vision and state and local requirements.  
• Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to engage children and encourage social, cognitive, and emotional growth.
• Maintain student records in accordance with established enrollment procedures and guidelines.  
• Responsible for the supervision of children and management of a well-ordered classroom environment that ensures safety, cleanliness, and wellbeing.  
• Participate in staff meetings, parent conferences, and school functions.  
• Assist in providing an appropriate educational atmosphere that creates a positive learning experience, encourages student participation, and promotes the development of positive self-esteem and confidence. 
• Encourage children to develop a community-spirited classroom through sharing, caring and self-regulation.
•  Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards.

• Encourage independent feeding and self-help skills.
• Provide a well-balanced schedule of activities including learning, playing, diapering, eating, and napping.

What We Need From  

• High school Diploma or degree in Early Education or elated field of study required.
• FL DCF 45 hours required with CPR & First Aid
• Willingness to obtain the above credentials; Must start 2 courses within a week of hire.
• FL DCF Transcript – Please send a PDF copy to moconnor@source2.com. You can retrieve the transcript from https://training01-dcf.myflorida.com/studentsite/admin/signin
• CDA Preferably
• Must clear full level II DCF background check.
• At least 1 year of experience in early childhood education

Courtney’s Little Learners S.T.E.M. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We take pride in and seek diversity in our applicants.