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Infant and Toddler Teacher
Location:
Bennington, VT
Description:
Description: Monday - Friday 40 hours per week, First Shift Hourly Rate $18.21 Why Join United Counseling Service For over 65 years, UCS has been providing exceptional and thoughtful care to individuals and families in our community through programs, services, and educational opportunities. Our staff includes positions such as administration, clinicians, nurses, teachers, case managers, psychiatrists, and direct support providers who work within our 15 facilities to support over 3,000 individuals annually. We are proud to be part of Vermont Care Partners, a network of sixteen agencies that provide mental health, substance use disorder, and developmental-disability services and supports in every county in Vermont. We are looking for team players to join us in making a difference in the lives of others and building a stronger community. Benefits Career development opportunities Generous Benefits Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Plan with employer match Paid Vacation and Sick leave Competitive Pay Pathway to Vermont licensure, if not yet licensed, through agency-provided Clinical Supervision. Award winning worksite wellness program An inclusive workplace supported by an active Equity and Inclusion committee Employee Assistance Program Rewarding experience making a difference in the community Smart casual dress code Flexible working options may be available Qualifications: Minimum Qualification is an Infant Toddler CDA (Child Development Associate Certificate) or obtain CDA within 6 months of Hire. Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or a field related to childhood education preferred. Must have training or have equivalent coursework in early childhood development with a focus on infant and toddler development. Valid Driver's License We believe a dynamic and inclusive workforce will strengthen our organization and enhance the services we provide. Therefore, it is our goal to hire a diverse workforce and cultivate a culture where our employees feel accepted and included, hold a valued place within our organization and are equally able to contribute to their fullest extent, assisting in fulfilling our mission of building a stronger community. Requirements:The Infant and Toddler Co-Teacher will be responsible for the general supervision of a group of 8 infants and toddlers aged six weeks to three years and the delivery of comprehensive Early Head Start services. The Co-Teacher will assume the duties of the center manager at times when the manager is absent. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: CENTER ACTIVITIES: The Infant and Toddler Teacher is the primary caregiver for no more than four infants and toddlers, or 5 two-year-olds in a 2 year old class. Plans, supervises, and implements the program in accordance with policies and philosophy. Implements the chosen curriculum to fidelity. Creates lesson plans that reflect children's individual needs, including those with disabilities and chronic health conditions. Screens children for developmental, physical, and social-emotional concerns and engages in an ongoing assessment process for children in support of the development and school readiness. Seeks parent input and insight into their child's development and engages in planning for individualized services.Create and maintain an atmosphere in which children and their parents feel welcome, valued, comfortable, and secure. Ensure physical, environment is clean, safe, and inviting; is stimulating and conducive to learning; is respectful of the children's cultures and ethnic diversity and reflects the needs of the children served; and that space in the classroom is well organized into easily recognizable functional areas. Adhere to all regulations regarding safety, evacuation procedures, fire drill, etc. Must be knowledgeable of the Vermont Div. of Child Care Licensing standards and regulations. Must ensure that children are supervised at all times. CENTER MAINTENANCE: The Infant and Toddler Teacher assists with the orderly arrangement and general appearance of the center including, but not limited to, maintaining supplies and materials, monitoring equipment, cleaning up at mealtime and playtime. RECORD KEEPING: The Infant and Toddler Teacher monitors and supervises each child's progress through individual assessments and record keeping. Oversees children's daily records and ensures that reports are sent home daily. PARENT CONTACT: The Infant and Toddler Teacher conducts two parent conferences and two home visits annually to discuss children's progress. Honors other parental requests for conferences. Works with parents to create home learning activities that support the child's school readiness and promote parents as their child's first teacher. Contributes program information for the parent newsletter. Assists the center manager with providing information to parent and visitor inquiries about the program. Supports parents and children with transitioning into and out of the EHS program. SUPERVISION: The Infant and Toddler Teacher provides leadership and assists in supervision for assistant and associate teachers, work-study students and interns including, but not limited to, providing training, and writing performance evaluations.PI239958876PDN-9be6f14c-a28e-40fc-a8c4-19ef815458b0
Company:
United Counseling Services
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Other
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April 27 on Professional Diversity Network
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