Infant Toddler Educator

Infant Toddler Educator                                                                                                            

Pay Details (Subject to Change)

Level I:  $14.74/hour          Level II:  $15.95/hour          Level III:  $17.31/hour

Level Qualifications

Level   I.           High school diploma/GED plus CDA/ACDS credential.

Level II.            High school diploma/GED plus CDA/ACDS credential and one year of experience.

Level III.           Current CDA/ACDS credential, plus two years of experience.  Prefer A.A. Degree or higher degree in Early Childhood Education or related area. If the degree is in ECE, the CDA is not required.

Basic Qualifications

Must meet Level I qualifications. A desire to work with young children; a strong interest in improving self and community; self-motivated with ability to work without direct supervision; writing skills; valid driver's license with safe driving record or State ID; must successfully pass a physical exam every two years. Must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check.

Position Details    (This is a sampling of duties and responsibilities of this position) 

Develop and maintain a safe, clean, healthy, nurturing environment at all times.  Ensure that the program environment helps children develop emotional security and facility in social relationships.  As Primary Caregiver, develop each child's curriculum that meets their own individual needs and development. Work in partnership with families to provide an environment of acceptance that supports and respects gender, culture, language, ethnicity and family composition. Encouraging development, which enhances each child's strengths by  building trust and fostering independence. Provide opportunities to increase their child's observation skills and to share assessments with staff that will help plan the learning experiences. Promoting interaction and language use among children and between children and adults. Provide activities that promote the development of emerging communication skills of infants and toddlers by providing daily opportunities for each child to interact with others and to express him or herself freely. Development of the physical skills of infants and toddlers, including gross motor skills. Fine motor encouraging the development of small-specialized motions, using the eyes, mouth, hands and feet. Plan, develop and carry out appropriate daily activities for children and parents. Observe and record children's progress. Complete a developmental assessment and Behavior Checklist for each child within the first six weeks in center and update on a regular basis. Work cooperatively with center team regarding scheduling and coordination of classroom/center activities. Encourage families to become engaged with school readiness activities and all phases of parent volunteer participation as requested or assigned. Use positive guidance techniques to direct behavior and in developing children's confidence and self-esteem. Work as a team in establishing a transition plan, learning centers, directing/managing activities with children, and their use of learning materials and equipment. Attain an understanding of the connection between improving parent/family engagement and enhancing child development and school readiness. Must obtain or maintain current CPR, First Aid, driver’s license (if required by the program) and any other necessary credentials. Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentially.

Benefits

Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Life Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plan. Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage Options. Summers off. 

Application Process

Interested external applicants will need to submit an agency application by visiting www.scacwv.org or calling 304-525-5151. EOE