- Location
- Ann Arbor, MI
- Department
- Education
- Seniority
- Lead
- Source
- Paylocity
Description
Description
Gretchen's House Child Care Centers are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Lead Infant and Toddler Teacher to join our early childhood education team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to positively influence the development of young children in a nurturing and stimulating environment. The ideal candidate will be passionate about early childhood education and committed to fostering a safe, engaging, and supportive space for infants and toddlers to learn and grow.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum and activities that promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development
- Provide a safe, caring, and nurturing environment for infants and toddlers
- Observe and assess children's progress, documenting developmental milestones and communicating with parents and guardians
- Foster positive relationships with children, encouraging exploration and independence
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment in compliance with licensing and safety standards
- Collaborate with team members and participate in ongoing professional development
- Support families through regular communication and building strong partnerships
Skills and Qualifications:
- Proven experience working with infants and toddlers in an educational or caregiving setting
- Early childhood education certification or relevant credentials preferred
- Strong understanding of child development principles, along with age-specific and special needs
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to create engaging, developmentally appropriate activities
- Patience, compassion, and a genuine love for working with young children
- Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in early childhood education
Join our vibrant team dedicated to nurturing the next generation. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a commitment to creating a positive impact on children's lives.
Requirements
- BA in ECE or closely related field
- HighScope certification preferred but not required
- Ability to relate joyfully and sensitively to children, co-workers and families
- Sensitive to the individual needs of families
- Ability to communicate with families effectively
- Ability to supervise variety of staff
- Knowledge of state licensing and NAEYC rules, regulations and standards
- Knowledge of child development
- Ability to provide appropriate guidance
- Ability to seek supervision and use it constructively
- Evidence of emotional maturity and stability
- Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position
- Evidence of sufficient judgment
