What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infant/Toddler Teacher position at Stark County Community Action Agency?
· Plan and implement developmentally appropriate learning activities which take into consideration the cultural, social, economic backgrounds, emotional or physical disabilities, and individual style and pace of learning to ensure a holistic and comprehensive delivery of services.
· Assist in implementing IFSPs and Child Service Plans for children with diagnosed disabilities.
· Assist in developing and implementing developmentally appropriate instructional programs to encourage parental involvement, to increase knowledge and to support parents as their child’s primary source of affection, care, and learning.
· Maintain environmental safety checklists to ensure equipment and materials are safe and operations, and supervise emergency procedures and drills.
· Conduct daily observations and health checks of enrolled children.
· Adhere to ODJFS licensing requirements, Agency Personnel Policies and Procedures and Head Start Performance Standards.
· Maintain confidentiality in all areas for children, families, staff and records.
· Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.
Skills/Qualifications:
· Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development with emphasis in Infant and toddler development and a minimum of one (4) months documented successful experience in an infant/toddler childcare environment.
· Must have demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills and organization skills. Must possess ability to seek solutions and solve problems. Excellent interpersonal, nurturing skills.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $15.75 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
Covid-19 vaccination required or approved exemption
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Canton, OH 44714: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
- Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: One location