Benefits:

Bonus based on performance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job Title: Lead Teacher - Infant Room

Job Summary: The Lead Teacher in the Infant Room is responsible for the care, education, and developmental progress of infants in a child care setting. This role involves creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where infants can grow and thrive. The Lead Teacher will plan and implement age-appropriate activities, document developmental milestones, and communicate effectively with parents and colleagues.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Child Care and Supervision:

• Provide attentive and responsive care to infants, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
• Supervise and engage infants in age-appropriate activities that promote physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment.

2. Curriculum Planning and Implementation:

• Develop and implement a curriculum that aligns with infants' developmental needs and Learning experience requirements, incorporating activities that foster growth in all developmental domains.
• Use various teaching methods and materials to accommodate different learning styles and developmental stages.

3. Documentation and Assessment:

• Observe and document each infant's developmental progress, including milestones and any concerns.
• Maintain accurate records of each child's activities, routines, and developmental achievements.
• Conduct regular assessments and prepare reports for parents and administrative staff.

4. Parent Communication and Involvement:

• Communicate regularly with parents about their child's progress, daily activities, and any concerns.
• Provide parent-teacher conferences to discuss developmental milestones and address any questions or concerns.
• Encourage and facilitate parent involvement in the classroom.

5. Professionalism and Ethics:

• Adhere to all licensing regulations, health and safety guidelines, and organizational policies.
• Maintain confidentiality and respect the privacy of children, families, and staff.
• Demonstrate professionalism in interactions with children, parents, and colleagues.

6. Continuous Development and Reflective Practices:

• Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
• Engage in reflective practices to continuously improve teaching methods and classroom management.

7. Team Collaboration:

• Work collaboratively with assistant teachers and other staff members to ensure a cohesive and supportive learning environment.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to assistant teachers and volunteers in the classroom.

Qualifications:

• Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field OR level 4 and above on the Oklahoma Registry.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience working with infants in a licensed childcare setting.
• Certifications: CPR and First Aid certification; additional certifications may be required based on state regulations.
• Skills: Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills; ability to create a nurturing and developmentally appropriate environment for infants.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry infants and young children.
• Ability to sit on the floor and engage in activities with infants.
• Ability to respond quickly to the needs of infants in a fast-paced environment.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The Learning Experience Corporate.