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About the Role

The Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher is responsible for planning and implementing the early care and education program in compliance with NYSOCFS, NYSED, and NAEYC guidelines. This role involves supervising caregivers and interns, and providing excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement the early care and education program according to regulations and best practices.
Supervise caregivers, student interns, and volunteers.
Provide effective customer service to all internal and external customers.
Interact positively, respectfully, and nurturingly with children.
Create a safe, cheerful, and stimulating learning environment.
Maintain a neat, clean, and orderly classroom with appropriate learning centers and activities.
Ensure furnishings, equipment, and materials are in good repair and sufficient supply.
Order necessary classroom supplies and materials.
Develop daily, weekly, and monthly plans for a balanced, age-appropriate curriculum, involving caregivers in planning.
Prepare materials for children's care and education.
Assist children with personal care needs (diapering, toileting, feeding, etc.).
Observe and record children's interests, growth, and development.
Refer children for special services when appropriate.
Build trusting relationships with parents through open communication.
Inform parents about classroom activities via newsletters, logs, and daily sheets.
Provide opportunities for parent involvement.
Conduct parent conferences at least twice per year.
Address parental concerns tactfully and professionally.
Keep the Center Director informed of family changes, concerns, or needs.
Work cooperatively with other teachers and support staff.
Keep open communication with the Director, administrative staff, and consultants.
Keep classroom staff informed of plans and center activities.
Maintain confidentiality.
Attend and participate in staff meetings and in-service programs.
Seek professional growth and development, completing a minimum of 15 hours of ECE training annually.
Receive and maintain Pediatric First Aid/CPR and MAT certification.
Maintain personal ASPIRE Professional Development listings.
Be supportive of the Center and its administration.
Maintain a positive work climate and professional image.
Comply with New York State regulations and NAEYC guidelines.
Follow established schedules and routines.
Conduct evaluations of other classroom staff as required.
Maintain required records (attendance, skills checklists, CACFP counts, observations, etc.).
Report for work on time and consistently.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge of NYS child care regulations.
Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices and age-appropriate activities aligned with NAEYC guidelines.
Effective and tactful oral and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain positive relationships with children, co-workers, and parents.
Ability to use constructive methods for maintaining group control and individual behaviors.
Ability to use sound judgment and tact.
Strong team player.
Flexibility in scheduling and practice to meet program needs.
Creativity and patience.
Ability to lift 40 lbs. from floor to waist height, 20-30 times per day.
Ability to reach a child 20-30 feet away within 30 seconds.
Ability to crouch to a child's height, maintain eye contact at their level, and sit on the floor for extended periods.
A strong sense of responsibility.
Completed job application form.
A minimum of three references (personal and professional).
Official transcript of college grades.
Must be able to pass a physical exam.
Must be able to pass NYS Central Registry Clearance.
Must be able to pass NYS Justice Center SEL clearance.
Must be able to pass a criminal conviction check (Comprehensive OCFS Background Check).

Skills

Early childhood education program planning and implementation
Supervision
Customer service
Positive interaction with children
Classroom management
Curriculum development
Child observation and assessment
Parent communication
Teamwork
Flexibility
Creativity
Patience
Problem-solving
Record keeping
Pediatric First Aid/CPR
MAT certification

Location

ROCHESTER, NY 14623

Work Type

Full Time
12 months per year
40 hours per week

Experience Level

One-two years’ experience working with young children in a group setting

Education Level

Associates Degree in ECE or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood and NYS certification in Early Childhood Education (Birth – Grade 2)
CDA 9 college credits in Early Childhood, Child Development or a related field with a plan of study leading towards any of the above

Salary/Compensations

$18.50 - $21.00 Hourly

Benefits

Paid vacation leave determined by length of service (accrues at 1 day/month after 6 months, totaling 12 days/year for the first three years).
Sick leave accrues at 1 day/month (credited after 3 months, totaling 3 days initially).

About the Company

The Child Care Center operates under the guidance of a Manager and adheres to regulations set by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services (NYSOCFS) and NYSED, with recommendations from NAEYC.