Expressive Beginnings Child Care·Town of Webster, New York
The Lead Teacher is responsible for planning and implementing a play-based curriculum for infants and toddlers while ensuring compliance with NYS regulations. They must maintain a safe learning environment and communicate regularly with parents regarding their child's daily activities.
Overview Is it your passion to work with children and help them learn through play in a fun and supportive childcare environment?
Join our child care team at locally owned and operated Expressive Beginnings Child Care as an infant/toddler daycare teacher!
Expressive Beginnings is seeking a warm and caring person who is passionate about working with young children and possesses the ability to facilitate learning through play and child-initiated interests.
Candidate will be working with both infants and toddlers in a daycare setting.
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Pay rate for this position: $17.82/ hr - $19.22 /hr The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training.
The above range represents the organization's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Competitive compensation Retirement plan Health insurance Vacation and sick time Discounts for childcare A behavior support specialist for additional classroom and teacher support Paid training and ongoing educational opportunities Infant/Toddler Daycare Teacher Plan, implement and supervise the program for the class consistent with policies, philosophy and curriculum Keep the classroom in compliance with all NYS regulations Maintain required documentation Gear program to the needs of individual children in concern for their interests, special needs and talents and pace of learning Teach proper health care in regards to toileting, nutrition, dental, physical care and cleaning of the children if necessary Maintain the ordered arrangement, appearance, décor and learning environment of the classroom Communicate with parents regarding information concerning their child and their daily activities, and inform the director of any parent concerns Attend staff meetings, trainings and conferences
Associates Degree in ECE, child development or a related field or an Infant/Toddler CDA At least one year of daycare experience as a teacher and/or assistant in an infant or toddler classroom Demonstrate knowledge of NYS child care regulations Must be able to get on the floor and play with infants and toddlers as well as lift up to 45 pounds Must be a sensitive mature person who is able to relate well to both children and adults At Expressive Beginnings Child Care, we celebrate everyone's unique strengths and talents in an active and dynamic daycare environment. If you believe that people of all ages deserve dignity and respect, you should consider working in child care with us. Learn more about our openings and apply today. #IND123
Candidates must possess an Associate's Degree in ECE or a related field, or an Infant/Toddler CDA, along with at least one year of daycare experience. Physical ability to lift up to 45 pounds and engage in floor-level play is required.
Market context
Infant/toddler lead teacher roles in New York are typically in steady demand because centers need educators who can support children ages 0-3 and meet state clearance and health screening requirements. This role is competitive when candidates bring an associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education, experience with infants and toddlers, and readiness to complete the required screenings; the listed benefits include health coverage, professional development, scholarships, life insurance, and a retention bonus. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your degree, experience, and clearance status before applying.