Little Friends Infant Toddler Co-Teacher

At a Glance:

Job Title: Little Friends Infant Toddler Co-Teacher

Location: Friends School of Baltimore – Baltimore, MD 21210

Reports To: Director of Childcare

Position Type: Full Time

7 AM to 6 PM, Monday thru Friday

Pay range: $20-$21 Hourly

Friends School is a Quaker, co-educational, college preparatory school, Pre-K through Grade 12, in Baltimore City, enrolling 835 students, 41% of whom identify as children of color. We are guided by the Quaker ideals of simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality, and stewardship. We strive to be a purposefully inclusive community that reflects the racial, ethnic, cultural, socioeconomic, and religious diversity of our city and our region.

Position Overview

Little Friends child care program, located on the campus of Friends School of Baltimore, has an opening for a full-time teacher. If you are a professional, enthusiastic, passionate, nurturing, caring, and kind individual, this is the place for you. We are looking for individuals who can provide quality care for children ages 6 weeks to 2 years of age, all while making education fun and creative.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of daily classroom activities, including age-appropriate curriculum
  planning, health, and safety; actively supervise children at all times, and maintain
  open communication with a team of teachers and with families
• Develop an emergent curriculum that provides multiple entry points for children and
  encourages their social and emotional growth, creating an exciting learning atmosphere.
• Encourages children's emotional, social, and physical development and positive
  self-concept. Create a nurturing, enriching, age-appropriate learning environment for the
  classroom.
• Observe and document the children's progress and development.
• Learn, understand, and embrace the Quaker aspect of the school and use it daily
  through Morning Meetings, curriculum, classroom management, and all parent/child/employee interactions.
• Greet the parents and build rapport; communicate with them about their child's day daily.
• Conduct professional parent conferences. Make suggestions for things parents can work on
• Work collaboratively with the teaching team, administrators, and specialists.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development days, and teacher training.
• Cleans and sanitizes toys, furniture, and play equipment.
• Adhere to all school rules and policies.
• Maintain a neat and professional image at all times.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent communication skills with parents, teachers, and other childcare workers.
• Ability to be patient and understanding when working with children and interacting with parents.
• Knowledge of childcare principles and procedures
• Ability to relate to children and make the childcare facility an enjoyable atmosphere.
• Knowledge of early childhood teaching strategies
• Comfortable using workplace technology, including computers, tablets, communication apps, and classroom devices

Required Licensing/Certifications

• CPR Certification; must be maintained by obtaining recertification as necessary.
• 90 Hour Preschool Certificate
• 45-hour infant/toddler certificate or equivalent (preferred)
• Americans with Disabilities Act (have or complete within the first 30 days)
• Basic Health and Safety (have or complete within the first 30 days)

Required Education and Experience

• Must be 19 years of age
• High school Diploma or GED required; Associate's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education (or related field) preferred
• A minimum of 3 years of successful, related teaching experience
• Maryland Childcare Credentialing at any level (preferred)

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and frequent bending
• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds

Review of resumes will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates should apply with their resume, cover letter, and supporting documents to the link on the School website. A search committee will review candidate information and will contact those candidates with whom they are interested in speaking.

Friends School of Baltimore actively promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion in all programs and operations, including admissions, financial aid, and hiring. To form a community which strives to reflect the world's diversity, we do not discriminate on the basis of race or color, religion, nationality, ethnicity, economic background, physical ability, sex, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. Friends School of Baltimore is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates of color and members of other underrepresented groups who might enrich and diversify the school community are strongly encouraged to apply.