Infant Teacher

We are looking for an educator who believes in play based learning and can collaborate with the co teachers in developing an emergent curriculum based on children’s interests and needs.

Important Skills

• A teacher with natural nurturing qualities and passionate about the learning journey of students.
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and able to match Wonder Years School’s philosophy into practice.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, confidently, and respectfully and committed to creating/maintaining strong, positive relationships with the families, children and colleagues.
• Able to work with a team who have a strong emphasis on relationships and how we relate to others and a collaborative work approach.
• Embodies a growth mind-set; be open and willing to reflect and change as we continue to provide quality interactions and learning to all children in our care.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Maintain appropriate teacher – child ratios, ensuring visual supervision of children at all times.
• Develop and maintain a safe, healthy, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment for all children and families.
• Understand and follow Wonder Years school policies and procedures to ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with licensing requirements.
• Collaborate with co teachers to plan and implement age and developmentally appropriate curriculum for children based on children’s interests and needs, including daily open-ended activities to expand their competencies across developmental domains.
• Observe and assess children's development and progress, and provide regular feedback to parents.
• Communicate daily with parents, share the important milestones in their child’s day in person and via school app.
• Collaborate with other teachers and School Director in providing a high quality early education program reflecting Wonder Years School philosophy.

Qualifications Required

• At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED required.
• 6 months experience working in an early childhood education program.
• Enrolled or willing to enroll in ECE classes.
• Fingerprints clearance through Department of Justice for Child Abuse Index Check and Criminal Record Statement.
• Ability to speak, read, and write the English Language.

For more information about our school, visit our website https://wonderyears.school/

For inquiries or to apply directly send resume to info@wonderyears.school

Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person