Job Description
Job Description
Summary
Heather’s Little Angels is a warm, play‑based childcare center dedicated to creating a safe, loving, and developmentally rich environment for young children. We are seeking a caring, reliable, and energetic Infant–Toddler Teacher to join our team and support our littlest learners through nurturing relationships, hands‑on exploration, and consistent routines.
Come work in a fun relaxed enviroment where you become part of a large family! Work with 5-6 children age 2 and under.
Duties
Care Daily Routines
- Provide responsive, loving care that supports each child’s physical and emotional needs
- Maintain consistent feeding, diapering, toileting, and nap routines in alignment with state guidelines
- Monitor children’s comfort, health, and safety throughout the day
- Keep the classroom clean, organized, and sanitized according to licensing standards
🌱 Learning Development
- Plan and implement age‑appropriate activities that promote cognitive, language, motor, and social‑emotional growth
- Encourage exploration through sensory play, music, movement, and hands‑on experiences
- Support emerging independence, including early communication and self‑help skills
- Observe and document developmental milestones and daily progress
💬 Family Team Communication
- Build trusting relationships with children through warm, responsive interactions
- Communicate daily with families about routines, behaviors, and developmental updates
- Collaborate with coworkers to maintain a positive, supportive team environment
🛡️ Safety Compliance
- Follow all state licensing rules, center policies, and health/safety procedures
- Maintain accurate attendance, incident reports, and required documentation
- Ensure safe sleep practices and proper supervision at all times
🎨 Classroom Environment
- Create a welcoming, inclusive, and engaging classroom that reflects children’s cultures and interests
- Rotate materials to support curiosity and developmental growth
- Model positive behavior, gentle guidance, and emotional regulation
📚 Professionalism
- Participate in required trainings, staff meetings, and professional development
- Maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards
- Support the center’s mission, values, and family‑centered approach
Requirements
Qualifications
- Experience working with infants and toddlers in a childcare or early education setting
- Understanding of child development and developmentally appropriate practice
- Ability to lift, bend, sit on the floor, and actively engage with young children
- Strong communication skills and a nurturing, patient demeanor
- CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
- State-required background checks and training