Job description

Benefits: This is a benefit-eligible position that includes employer-paid_ health insurance, _low-cost voluntary benefit options such as dental, vision, life insurance & long-term disability insurance; vacation & personal leave; paid holidays; & 401 k eligible after 1 year of employment.

JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for providing a nurturing learning environment for infants and toddlers in our licensed early childhood classroom. Responsibilities also include the development, implementation, and supervision of activities, completion of child assessments, and working closely with families for individualized programming.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

1. Supervised by the Early Childhood Development/Disabilities Manager

2. Works closely with other staff.

3. Has frequent contact with parents, families, and community partners.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and maintain center environment for daily activities.
• Prepare center-based lesson plans.
• Guide the work of the Assistant I/TT, Substitute Teachers, and volunteers while in the classroom.
• Develop family partnership agreements that identify strengths, goals and needs of EHS families on assigned caseload.
• Plan, schedule, and complete, bi-annual home visits and bi-annual conferences on time.
• Perform developmental assessment and screening of infants and toddlers within required time frame.
• Participate with planning, implementation, and evaluation of individual and group activities in the center.
• Collect assessment and evaluation data at appropriate times and on schedule.
• Provide a homelike nurturing environment for infants and toddlers in the center.
• Use effective teaching practices, appropriate teacher/child interactions, and proper supervision techniques with all infants and toddlers as per best practices and RHS, Inc. policies and procedures.
• Plan and implement center-based curriculum that is developmentally and culturally appropriate for each family.
• Maintain a sanitary and safe environment for infants and toddlers by cleaning, sanitizing (with chemicals), organizing, moving toys, and equipment, trash removal, laundry, and sweeping. Additional duties may include raking, shoveling, and movement of equipment on outdoor playground.
• Notify Early Childhood/Dev Disabilities Manager of education supplies needed.
• Encourage parents and families to participate in parent involvement activities the program offers.
• Supervise all group activities, mealtime and outdoor activities.
• Involve parents and families in the educational activities of the program to enhance their role as the principle influence on their infant/toddler’s education and development and to increase their understanding, skills and experience in child growth and development.
• Provide resources and support to enhance parent/child relationships and parent’s knowledge of hygiene, nutrition, child development, guidance, nurturing, dental health and safety.
• Implement transition activities to provide seamless services for families and children into Head Start or other placements determined by the family.
• Collaborate with Family and Community Partnership staff and community agencies to access prevention and intervention programs and services to meet the needs of families.
• Be prepared and on time for required staffings, education meetings, and all other meetings and trainings. Ensure designated follow-up is complete.
• Any other duties assigned per request of Early Childhood Development/Disabilities Manager, Executive and/or Deputy Director.

TRAINING

1. Attend in-service training as scheduled, including required state childcare licensing training and Montana STARS to Quality trainings within the designated time frame.

2. Obtain First Aid and CPR certification during probationary period and keep current.

3. Obtain knowledge of state and federal regulations pertaining to child abuse and neglect and abide by reporting standards.

4. Apply to the Early Childhood Project’s Practitioner Registry within 15 days of hire and remain current on the registry.

5. When applicable, complete CDA training and obtain Infant Toddler CDA credential within one year of hire date. Maintain certification thereafter.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

1. Must have a valid Montana Driver’s License, an acceptable driving record, and proof of auto insurance.

2. Must have a telephone or other means of immediate communication.

EDUCATION

Minimum of a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or comparable credential, and training or equivalent coursework in early childhood development with a focus on infant and toddler development.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.57 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Early Childhood Education: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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