Lead Teacher - Infants and Toddlers

Description

Position Description : The Lead Teacher - Infants and Toddlers is responsible for creating and maintaining a nurturing, developmentally appropriate, and inclusive learning environment for infants and toddlers (ages 0–36 months). This role ensures high-quality instruction aligned to Early Head Start standards, supports the healthy growth and development of young children, and works collaboratively with families and team members to implement individualized plans that meet each child’s needs.

Qualifications :

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field with a focus on infants and toddlers, strongly preferred.
• A valid Infant / Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) credential is required if degree is not directly aligned.
• Must meet State of Michigan child care licensing requirements for Lead Caregivers in infant / toddler classrooms.
• Previous experience working with infants and toddlers strongly preferred
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Must pass required health screenings and background checks.
• Commitment to continuous improvement.

Physical Requirements :   Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds; Frequent bending, sitting on the floor, and physical interaction with young children is required.

Terms of Employment :   Salary & benefits shall be paid consistent with the District's approved compensation plan. The salary range for candidates who meet all qualifications starts at $51,300. This is a full-time, 12-month position.

Evaluation :  Performance of this job will be evaluated by the Early Childhood / Elementary Principal in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.

Key Responsibilities

Curriculum & Instruction

Health, Safety, and Compliance

Family & Community Engagement

Leadership & Collaboration

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

We offer many exciting and innovative educational programs that are designed to develop young minds and prepare them academically, socially and emotionally for successful futures.  It is our goal to ensure that our students are prepared to interact in and contribute to the global society that will be before them as they graduate.