Toddler Center Base Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Toddler Center Base Teacher

REPORTS TO: Child Development Specialist FLSA STATUS: Exempt

STATUS: Full-Time SAFETY SENSITIVE : Yes

Job Summary:

Responsible for daily classroom operations in infant/toddler classroom per BCCL, HSPS, and agency expectations, including completing home visits per HSPPS and agency expectations, assist with maintaining full enrollment and waiting list within the Early Head Start Program.

Essential Functions:

The Toddler Center Base Teacher will ultimately be evaluated on a combination of skills, dispositions, and behaviors, some of which are related to the specific service area of this position and others that represent general expectations of all our agency employees.

The Toddler Center Base Teacher responsibilities chiefly fall within the following essential functions, although s/he may perform other tasks and/or duties as assigned. The Toddler Center Base Teacher will demonstrate competency to perform essential functions that include:

1. Ensure quality direct services delivery for children and families as assigned.

1. Assists children with differing abilities in their daily routine, which may include diapering, feeding, etc.

1. Provide a safe and supervised educational setting for children while they are in the Early

Head Start program.

1. Encourage parent involvement in all aspects of the program.

1. Responsible for providing services to families per HSPPS incorporating all program areas:

Education, Health, Nutrition, Disability, Family & Community Partnerships.

1. Work with parents to develop and implement and education program that includes:

appropriate child development activities, bilingual/multicultural approaches, individualized education plans, and evaluation of child/family progress.

1. Work with parents to incorporate IEP/IFSP goals into classroom activities.

1. Participate as part of the site team and work in conjunction with site staff for LPC, Team

1. Actively recruits new enrollees for the program and maintains a waiting list.

1. Manages inventory and control of all supplies and materials.

1. Maintains up-to-date, accurate records of children & families and submits reports/records as directed.

1. Facilitate transition into preschool programs as applicable.

1. Proficient in utilizing various virtual platforms to facilitate seamless communication and collaboration.

1. Maintains child/family/staff confidentiality.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Minimum of a CDA with training and/or courses in Infant Toddler. Associate degree in ECE or closely related field required, BA in ECE or related field preferred. 

1. Minimum 16 Credits Infant/Toddler Coursework.

1. Two years; working in Early Care & Education. Infant/Toddler experience preferred.

1. One year; supervisory experience, and experience working with adults.

1. Application of the principles of early childhood development, management, and supervision.

1. Computer skills in word processing, Internet, and e-mail.

1. Demonstrate strong team leadership skills.

1. Arizona Driver's License, proof of insurance, fingerprint card, Social Security card, CPR and First Aid, and as needed provide a vehicle for program business.

1. Health Questionnaire is required at hire and will be updated every 3 years.

1. Meet all agencies, state and federal required immunizations or have an approved exemption on file
2. Employee must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English. Bilingual English/Spanish skills highly desirable.
3. Food Handler's Card or Certificate within 30 calendar days of hire.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Demonstrate the ability to work independently.