Assistant Toddler Teacher

Job Description

Job Description
Summary

Ascension Childcare, Inc is seeking a full-time assistant infant teacher to join our dedicated teaching team in our Infant 1 classroom. Care for young babies is individualized, and therefore requires educators to be flexible, to be able to multitask, and to keep calm in moments of unrest. Infant Educators work closely with families to meet the needs of each child. At ACC we foster a supportive, collaborative, and fun work environment for all staff.

Duties

The assistant infant will be part of a co-teaching team provide nurturing care, compassionate social/emotional coaching, a variety of learning opportunities, and guidance to our older infants.

Do you value diversity, equity, and inclusion? We value and integrate anti-bias education into our everyday rhythms. We honor and celebrate each child, family and staff member.

Requirements

Must have or be working towards:
At least one year of experience with children under 5
Must be able to lift 50lbs
Must be able to bend, kneel, sit on the floor, and move about the space safely.

• Must be available for employment between the hours of 7:30-5:15, M-F.
• Bachelor's/ Associate's degree in ECE, or at least 21 college credits in ECE preferred but not required

Individual must have experience in early education settings with young toddlers to be considered for this position. We are seeking a demonstrated commitment to quality learning environments and success in engaging children. Excellent organizational skills, a willingness to learn and be flexible, patience of steel, and kindness are a must. We expect all Ascension staff to use positive, encouraging language with children. Individual must have experience with or a willingness to learn about anti-bias education.
Must be able to lift at least 50lbs

Nice To Haves

A sense of humor!
Early Childhood Teaching License
Seed Sew Certification

Benefits

In addition to a supportive, collaborative, and fun work environment, we offer a suite of benefits including:

• Competitive pay with a guaranteed cost of living annual salary increase
• Regular schedules with guaranteed lunch breaks
• Paid training and professional development
• Generous time off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday)
• $2500 annual health benefit stipend
• Vision and Dental coverage
• Short term disability, with options to opt into additional coverage
• Mental health support, legal counseling, and financial management counseling
• An administration that values work/life balance and actively promotes self-care and personal wellness for each staff
• Profession and support that through coaching, mentoring, and educational opportunities.