Lead Infant Teacher/Teacher Associate

What You'll Do

• Immerse yourself in a variety of physical activities, including walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting, as you provide exceptional care to our children.
• Develop and implement a high-quality, faith-informed educational program that sets our young minds ablaze with curiosity and wonder.
• Nurture positive relationships with families, children, and staff by being a shining example of love, kindness, and patience.
• Bring activities to life by implementing developmentally appropriate learning experiences based on approved curriculum and assessments.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of our children by supervising activities with utmost care.
• Keep our classrooms tidy and organized, a testament to your attention to detail and dedication to excellence.
• Stay connected with your team through regular staff meetings and in-service workshops.
• Commit to ongoing professional growth by completing at least 15 hours of approved professional development annually.

Requirements

Teacher:

1. Have one of the following:

• At least a Vermont Early Childhood Ladder Career Ladder Level Four, A or B certificate
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college with a major or concentration in Early Childhood, Child or Human Development, Elementary Education, Special Education, or Child and Family Services; and at least 12 months experience working with children from grade 3 or younger
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college with at least 30 college credits in early childhood or school age and at least 12 months experience with children from grade 3 or younger
• Hold at least a current Vermont Agency of Education teaching license with an endorsement in Early Childhood, Early Childhood Special Education, or Elementary Education

• Clear background check and fingerprinting through the Child Development Division
• Complete Vermont Orientation training online prior to being left alone with children
• Complete Vermont Mandated Reporter training for child abuse and neglect
• Obtain certification in pediatric first aid and infant/child CPR within 6 months of date of hire
• Be able to lift 35 pounds or more
• Be able to move equipment or furniture for classroom activities and routine cleaning

Teacher Associate:

1. Be a high school graduate or have completed a GED

• Have one of the following:

1. At least a Vermont Early Childhood Career Ladder Level Three Certificate
2. At least an associate degree from an accredited college with a major or concentration in Early Childhood, Child or Human Development, Elementary Education, Special Education, or Child and Family Services; and at least 12 months experience working with children from grade 3 or younger
3. At least a Certificate of Completion from the Registered Child Care Apprenticeship Program
4. At least a Child Care Certificate from the Community College of Vermont and at least 12 months experience working with children from grade 3 or younger
5. At least successful completion of 21 college credits with an early childhood or school age focus and at least 12 months experience working with children from grade 3 or younger

• Clear background check and fingerprinting through the Child Development Division
• Complete Vermont Orientation training online prior to being left alone with children
• Complete Vermont Mandated Reporter training for child abuse and neglect
• Obtain certification in pediatric first aid and infant/child CPR within 6 months of date of hire
• Be able to lift 35 pounds or more
• Be able to move equipment or furniture for classroom activities and routine cleaning

Nice to Have

A bachelor's degree in ECE or a related field is a desirable asset, enhancing your qualifications and expertise in early childhood education.

Benefits