Are you passionate about early childhood education? Do you thrive in a supportive and vibrant work environment? Look no further! Lily of the Valley Early Education and Preschool is thrilled to announce an opening for a Infant/Toddler Teacher to join our dynamic team in Livermore, CA!
Why Lily of the Valley?
- Nestled in the heart of Livermore, our campus sits amidst the picturesque beauty of the Tri-valley, offering a serene and inviting atmosphere for both staff and students alike.
- Conveniently located just off North Canyons Pkwy, with easy access to freeways I-580, commuting to work has never been easier!
- Join a team of dedicated professionals who are not only passionate about education but also foster a warm and welcoming environment for everyone.
- Enjoy the spacious playground and ample parking available at our charming Cornerstone Fellowship campus, ensuring a stress-free and enjoyable workday.
Your Role:
As a Infant/Toddler Teacher at Lily of the Valley, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of our students. You will design and implement engaging activities that promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development, creating a nurturing and stimulating environment where every child can thrive.
Responsibilities:
- Be accountable for the delivery of an authentic early education and preschool program.
- Create a warm environment for the toddlers, define/implement curriculum.
- Be responsible for ensuring an educational, caring, and safe environment for the children.
- Assesses each child's developmental needs on an ongoing basis.
- Implements the approved lesson plans.
- Be responsible for reporting challenges, successes, and competencies of each student to the Director or to parents on a regular basis.
- Plans with a member of the Leadership Team the parent-teacher conferences and student evaluations.
- Maintains an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore and make decisions with confidence.
- Provides verbal recognition and acceptance to children while providing clear and consistent expectations for the children's behavior.
- Accepts responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas and playgrounds.
- Attends all required staff meetings, workshops and/or school functions.
- Sings along during Circle Time and maintains high-energy during the day.
- Supervises sleeping infants and toddlers.
- Be flexible and a team-player, ready to engage in all classes.
Unmatched Premium Benefits offered by LOVS Family:
- Competitive pay based on experience and education
- Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits – in the form of Sundry Monthly Bonus towards M/D/V benefits
- Education assistance and reimbursement ($150)
- Professional development assistance (In-house onsite and virtual trainings)
- Incentives, Bonuses, Raises and Rewards based on Job Performance Evaluation
- Career advancement opportunities
- Group Life Insurance
- Wellness Bonus ($100)
- Discount on tuition for staff children
- Life Voluntary Insurance Benefits (Accident, Disability, Critical illness, Hospital Indemnity, Term life Insurance)
- Short-Term Disability/ Paid Maternity Leave through CA SDI
- Paid time off/Sick Leaves
- State and National Holidays
- Financial Wellness Program
- Tuition Reimbursements (Conditions Apply)
- Monthly Teacher Supply Allowance
- Employee Referral Program
QUALIFICATIONS
Skills, Education, and Experience
- Infant/Toddler Teacher
- Minimum 12 ECE units in addition to 3 Infant/Toddler units
- Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
- CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain
- Must meet basic requirements of local child care regulatory agency
- Minimum one year experience in a licensed early childhood program preferred
- Knowledge of the social, emotional, and creative needs of young children
- Solid interpersonal skills working in a team environment
- A love for children and a strong desire to make a difference every day
- Ability to build relationships with families and coworkers and create a dynamic environment where play and learning happens
- Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and manage multiple situations effectively
- Must be physically able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds and work indoors or outdoors. Must be able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children
- Ability to speak, read, and write English
- Must pass DOJ, FBI and CACI background check, current Mandated Reporter Training.
- Planning age appropriate curriculum
If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career journey with us and make a positive impact in the lives of young learners, we encourage you to apply today! Join our team and be a part of something truly special at Lily of the Valley Early Education and Preschool. We can't wait to meet you!