Toddler Teacher - Barrington, United States - BVS Family and Child Enrichment Center LLC

Description

Job Description

Job Description
Summary

BVS, a Reggio-inspired Early Enrichment Center is looking for a Toddler teacher to join our wonderful team. Our program values the natural world so candidates can expect to enjoy the outside time, natural items within the classroom, and a home feeling in our center. We can serve up to 74 children and value our partnerships with our families as well as the community.

Our Toddler program runs from 7:00 am-5:00 pm, so staff will be scheduled 40 hours per week. We are looking for someone to help foster a child-centered curriculum, model appropriate interactions caring relationships, and help children to grow and thrive. The ideal candidate will have prior experience working in Early Childhood Education, be (or be able) to be Teacher Qualified, respect and understand that families play a critical role in our program, and value a nature-inspired philosophy.

Duties

Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, order, and availability of classroom materials.
Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports.
Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center.
Follow all center policies and state regulations.
Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

Minimum of 1-2 years of professional child care experience.
High energy.
Ability to work well with others.
Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
A strong understanding of child development.
Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
Must clear full background check.
Must pass health screening.
Must be able to lift 35 pounds
Must be able to sit/ stand for periods of time

Nice To Haves

• Prior Toddler Experience
• NAEYC and NH CCLU Knowledge
• Knowledge of a Reggio Approach

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• 401k
• Future Planning Assistance
• Paid Weather Days
• Paid Holidays
• Health/Vision/Dental
• Education Support
• Professional Development Opportunities