Toddler Teacher
About This Role
Join Turn the Page CDC in Columbia, MO as a Toddler Teacher working with Infant / Toddler (0–2). The role calls for a willingness to earn a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, with employer support and offers $15 – $17/Hr to qualified childcare professionals.
LOVE INFANTS AND TODDLERS? LOVE WORKING FOR A FAMILY-ORIENTED TEAM? JOIN US TODAY!
We are IMMEDIATELY seeking a Full-Time Infant and Toddler Teacher to join our organization! This is an established classroom, and we would love to see a strong, dedicated teacher with leadership skills
Who We Are:
Our licensed facility provides care for children from birth through 5 years. We have been in business in central Columbia for 30 years! We started as a single classroom with a vision to provide low-cost, quality educational experiences to families in Columbia. Our program has grown through the years, but we remain dedicated to our mission. We are currently looking for teachers for our Infant and Toddler classrooms.
What You'll Do
- Instruct infant-aged children (birth - 24 months) in activities designed to promote intellectual and creative growth
- Create a fun and safe learning environment
- Develop schedules and routines to ensure adequate physical activity, rest, and playtime
- Communicating with parents and caregivers about their child's progress
- Monitoring the safety and well-being of children at all times
- Collaborating with other teachers and staff to create a cohesive educational program
Requirements
MUST HAVE:
- Previous experience in childcare, teaching, or other related fields
- 3-9 hours of ECE college credit - (Can help with this)
- Passionate about working with children
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Positive and patient demeanor
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with classroom management techniques
- The ability to work as a team member in a fast-paced and challenging environment.
BEFORE Hire we will require:
- Background screening with DESE/OoC
- Fingerprinting with MSHP
AFTER Hire, we require the following:
- physical (within 30 days of employment)
- TB test and TB risk assessment filled out (within 30 days of employment)
- Food Handler's Card
- First Aid & CPR
- 18 hours of CE clock hours per year
Benefits
Common Questions
What ECE credentials are required for this position?
None required but we will support obtaining CDA.
What does this position pay?
This Toddler Teacher role pays $15 to $17/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Full Time.
Where is Turn the Page CDC located?
Turn the Page CDC is located at 205 Highview Avenue, Columbia, MO