Pre-School Infant Teacher

Evergreen Academy Preschool
Infant Teacher
Job Description
Job Summary:
As an Infant Teacher at Evergreen Academy Preschool, you play a crucial role in nurturing and fostering the growth and development of infants in our care. Your primary responsibility is to create a safe, loving, and educational environment that supports each child's individual needs.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Infant Care: Provide gentle and attentive care for infants aged 6 weeks to 18 months, including feeding, diapering, and maintaining a consistent daily routine.
2. Curriculum Implementation: Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities to promote early childhood development, including sensory experiences, tummy time, and social interaction.
3. Safety and Hygiene: Maintain a clean and safe environment, ensuring that all state licensing regulations and quality standards are met.
4. Parent Communication: Establish open and effective communication with parents, providing daily updates and fostering a positive partnership in the child's development.
5. Observation and Assessment: Regularly observe and document each child's progress and development, addressing any concerns or milestones with parents and supervisors.
6. Professional Development: Stay current with best practices in infant care and early childhood education through training and professional development opportunities.
7. Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other staff members, including fellow teachers and support staff, to ensure a well-rounded and nurturing childcare environment.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent; a degree in Early Childhood Education or related field is a plus.
- At least 1 year work experience working in a preschool setting
- Previous experience working with infants in a childcare or preschool setting.
- Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate activities.
- CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain it).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine love for working with infants.
At Evergreen Academy Preschool, we are committed to providing the highest quality early childhood education, and as an Infant Teacher, you will be an integral part of achieving this mission.