Roots Learning Center is a premier childcare facility dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow. With a focus on holistic development and individualized attention, we strive to create a foundation for lifelong learning and success.

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*Position Overview:* We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Toddler Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in early childhood education, with a specific focus on caring for infants aged 15 months to 2 years 9 months. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young children during their most formative years.

*Responsibilities:*

* Provide attentive and compassionate care to toddlers in our program, ensuring their safety, comfort, and well-being at all times. * Create a warm and nurturing environment where Toddlers can explore, learn, and develop important skills through age-appropriate activities and interactions. * Follow established daily routines and schedules, including feeding, diapering, napping, and playtime, to support toddlers' physical and emotional needs. * Foster positive relationships with families, communicating regularly to provide updates on their child's progress and address any concerns or questions. * Collaborate with colleagues to plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities that promote growth and learning in all areas of development. * Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment, ensuring the safety and hygiene of all materials and equipment.

*Qualifications:*

* Minimum of 1 year of experience working with infants in a childcare or early education setting. * A degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred. * Certification in Infant CPR and First Aid required. * Strong understanding of infant development and best practices in early childhood education. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues. * Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with infants and young children. * Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and contribute to a positive and supportive work environment.

*Benefits:*

* Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications. * Health and dental insurance options. * Paid time off and holiday pay. * Professional development opportunities and ongoing training. * A supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued and appreciated.

If you are passionate about working with infants and are committed to providing high-quality care and education, we would love to hear from you!

We look forward to welcoming a dedicated and enthusiastic Infant Teacher to our team!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits: * Dental insurance * Employee discount * Health insurance * Paid time off * Professional development assistance * Retirement plan * Tuition reimbursement

Application Question(s): * Have you worked in child care before? * What motivates you to work with toddlers? * We are open 7-5:30 Monday- Friday. Are you available to work a shift within those hours?

* Do you have any restrictions on working the above hours? * Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

Work Location: In person