Infant Teacher

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*infant teacher*
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*caterpillar care ®* is concerned with the: safety, love, & education of all children. our nursery & day care centers are focused on the critical care & educational needs of infants "caterpillars" (6) six weeks of age - toddlers "butterflies" (35) thirty-five months of age. *caterpillar care ®* is a nursery & day care. we're the step before pre-school. it is our company's initiative to put young and working parents at ease, while their little ones are safe in our care.
our center locations offer professional 'year-round' and/or annual day care services for clients: monday - friday, from 6:00 a.m. cst - 6:00 p.m. cst. (_\*center locations officially open/close between 6:00 a.m. cst - 7:00 p.m. cst, which may vary by day - in conjunction with official center closure: guidelines, policies, & procedures_).
this is a full-time salaried position, in where an eligible candidate is responsible for working under the direct supervision of the assistant director & director, while employed in union with all other center: executives, partners, directors, managers, employees, clients, contractors, vendors, sponsors, & affiliates - and performing their necessary day-to-day functions/duties at *caterpillar care ®*.
working for *caterpillar care ®* is rewarding in a numerous amount of ways. in order to discover these rewards though, eligible candidates need only consider this position if they're looking for a career in child care.
furthermore, eligible candidates should appreciate working closely with the founders of the company, as they will need to report directly with them from time-to-time. eligible candidates may learn of the details entailing this position *below*:
*essential duties*
*interactions with children*
the daily-goal for all teachers at *caterpillar care* ® is to provide a: safe, warm/nurturing, and loving environment in where: self-concepts are enhanced, independence encouraged, and individuality respected. to this end, this position's specific responsibilities are *included*& *listed*, but not limited to the following:
* protects the safety of all children in the center. * directly supervises children (_*group of four*_) at all times. infant ratio [1:4]. * uses positive phrasing with children. (_no: cussing, swearing, screaming, or yelling_). * communicates frequently with children throughout the day in: naming objects, actions, and; who, what, when, where, & why (_open-ended questions_). * exhibits behavior management consistent with *caterpillar care ®* philosophies & methodologies including: reflecting on children's feelings, approaching children to speak with them, directing comments toward children's behavior - and not at the children themselves, etc… * co-plays/interacts with children during play activities both indoors & outdoors. * treats each child with sincerely genuine and thoughtfully delicate - quality care. each care taker must provide each child with dignity & respect, recognizing the: traditional, cultural, religious, spiritual, ethical, moral, and socio-economic diversities within the population. * responds to the individual needs and learning styles of children. * responds to children in distress promptly, efficiently, and appropriately. * is responsible for all meal-time activities of their designated group. assists children in serving themselves in an individual and/or family-style fashion, and sits with children; preferably eating with them when possible. monitors children closely during meals.
*health & safety issues*
* complies with 'all' applicable universal precautions and infection control: guidelines, policies, & procedures. * displays familiarity with and follows the *caterpillar care ®*: guidelines, policies, & procedures. * reports any needed facility repairs immediately to both the assistant director & director. * is responsible for the: welfare, health, & safety of the children in our centers. * ensures that children are supervised at all times, even when children are in the restroom. * in the event of an evacuation of the center and/or building, eligible candidate will be responsible for calmly assisting in said emergency and in-practice drills. eligible candidate is able and willing to respond to any form of
distress and/or emergency.
* cleans and disinfects: 'mouthed toys', toys, chairs/tables, mats/floors, cribs/cots, & various objects/spaces (_daily_). * checks on sleeping infants every (5) five minutes, and toddlers every (15) fifteen minutes.
*planning*
* plans and follows activities reflecting the anti-bias philosophy of *caterpillar care ®* with age- appropriate and individualized activities. provides a well-balanced schedule of individual/group activities, and active/quiet activities - with variations in structure. * plans open-ended activities with an emphasis on process orientation and developmentally appropriate curriculum within the parameters/guidelines of "_the creative curriculum_." * plans supervised activities for indoors & outdoors involving "_gross motor play_" during severe and/or inclement weather, which may prevent outdoor play (at least (1) one hour per day). * keeps informal classroom notes on children's progress on an on-going basis. * develops and maintains portfolios of children's developmental progress; keeping: records, work samples, & other evidence of growth/development. * reads to children daily. * plans & follows circle-time schedule, which will include hands-on, interactive activities.
*interaction with parents*
*caterpillar care ®* establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with each child's family in order to foster children development. these relationships are sensitive to family (_client_): composition, language, & culture:
* acknowledges parent and child with a greeting at drop-off & pick-up. * communicates with parents *daily*, and reports at least (1) one positive event (i.e. accomplishment, amusing anecdote, etc...) about each child to the parent. * owns an apple iphone device model (11) eleven or higher, in good working order, which will always be charged and brought with candidate to work daily for regular company communication. * prepares daily digital diaries or end-of-day reports for parents, highlighting children's experiences - each and every day. * treats each parent with sincerely genuine and unforgettable experiences. each care taker must provide each parent with dignity & respect, recognizing the: traditional, cultural, religious, spiritual, ethical, moral, and socio-economic diversities within the population. * inform parents of classroom and center activities, while encouraging family involvement. * brings any parent feedback and/or concerns about children, or our operation in general, etc...to the attention of the assistant director & director immediately, (1st) first before discussing a resolution with the parent, and documents all such parent
communication and correspondence.
* insures that '_all_' items: (paperwork, dirty clothes, & miscellaneous items) are taken home *daily *by parents, and follows-up with parents on items needed to be brought to the center. (_we are 'not' a storage facility and/or personal shoppers_). * respects the confidentiality of our families, and takes care not to speak in-front of the children about any said child, or any other parents/children - without having considered these issues. (_privacy & discretion go a long way in our business_). * participates in parent conferences as needed. * accommodates special requests from parents whenever possible. (_within __*caterpillar care's ®*__: guidelines, policies, & procedures_).
*classroom appearance*
* creates and maintains a classroom environment which reflects the diversity of our children & families, while having considered our children's interests, including 'all' areas of the room; (_i.e. art, science, speech, literacy, math, blocks, & dramatic play_). * labels and maintains orderly shelves, including pictures and/or words for easy identification by children. * displays children's artwork/projects in an attractive or '_staged_' manner/method. * cleans: floors/mats, tables/chairs, sinks (_dishes/bottles_) after meals, toys, post-incidentals; when spills occur, & after messy events - sanitizes according to infection control: guidelines, policies, & procedures. * maintains child cubbies neatly, organizing periodically - and sending home, older papers and other child belongings *daily*. * leaves classroom at the end of each business day with: floors/mats, tables/chairs, toys, & miscellaneous debris cleaned - *daily*. (_centers must be 'staged', as-if ready for a new-client tour at the end of each business day_). * shares cleaning/organizing/staging duties fairly with colleagues, and maintains a: cleanly, safe, & attractive '_picture-perfect_' center environment.
*general/professionalism*
* has good work habits, which allow candidate to be in-place and ready to work at scheduled time, and shows no undue tardiness or absenteeism. (_a single "no call, no show" occurrence may lead to an immediate employee termination_). * records, documents, and remains current with all state and city requirements for: physical examination, first-aid, cpr, & in-service training, etc... * tidies and refines children's appearance throughout the day (_often for picture opportunities; seeing that shoes are on children's proper feet - tied, and that hands and faces remain clean, etc..._). * takes pictures *daily*, while actively supporting/participating in *caterpillar care's ®* social media company profiles/networks, which serve as an online community/forum for parents to interact. * follows opening and closing: guidelines, policies, & procedures as dictated by work schedule. * *acts as a positive representative of caterpillar care ® with: family, friends, colleagues, parents (*_*clients*_*), communities, & the general public (*_*including 'all' media & social media outlets - during: active pre-employment, active employment, & post-employment*_*).* * cooperates with, and shows respect to 'all' co-workers, at 'all' levels of employment. * completes classroom attendance on an on-going basis; being aware of the number of children in their care at all times. * checks company e-mail *daily*. * communicates: efficiently, clearly, & often (_*daily*_). * does 'not' partake in or condone company gossip. * does 'not' waste any company time (_during scheduled work-days_) for personal matters. (_there is 'always' something constructive to do at our day care centers on any given work day_). * comes to work, showered & clean - and made-up in a professional manner. proper hygiene is critical in a business where social interaction epitomizes the experience. * wears professional work-appropriate attire in accordance to *caterpillar care's ®*: guidelines, policies, & procedures. (_company apparel will be provided_).
*educational requirements*
* [(60) sixty semester hours or (90) ninety quarter hours] of credits from an accredited college or university with [(6) six semester or (9) nine quarter hours] in courses related directly to child care and/or child development, from birth to age (6) six; or * (1) one year (1,560 clock hours) of child development experience in a: nursery, licensed day care center, pre-school, or school, and [(30) thirty semester hours or (45) forty-five quarter hours] of credits from an accredited college or university with [(6) six semester or (9) nine quarter hours] in courses related directly to child care and/or child development, from birth to age (6) six. * first aid & cpr certified.
*i have read, and acknowledge this information. i willingly agree to comply with: these terms & conditions, acknowledge the statements listed, and will perform my essential duties in the position of "*_*infant teacher*_*" to the best of my ability, while looking-out for the best interests of caterpillar care ®*.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35,360.00 - $37,000.00 per year
Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Employee discount * Flexible schedule * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Professional development assistance * Retirement plan * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Evening shift * Monday to Friday * No nights * No weekends * Overtime
Education: * Associate (Preferred)
Experience: * Childcare: 1 year (Required) * Classroom: 1 year (Preferred)
Language: * English (Required) * Spanish (Preferred)
License/Certification: * First Aid & CPR Certification with AED Component (Preferred)
Shift availability: * Day Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute: * Chicago, IL 60611 (Required)
Ability to Relocate: * Chicago, IL 60611: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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Location:
Chicago, IL, United States
Job Type:
PartTime

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