Early Childhood Teacher- Infants

@ Paragon Prep

Early Childhood Teacher- Infants

Austin, TX

Posted 4 days ago

About the job

Spring Education Group operates private schools from infant care to high school, focusing on quality education and nurturing environments. The role involves developing activities, monitoring infant development, and engaging with families in a supportive setting, promoting growth and safety.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or higher in Early Childhood
Minimum 2 years working with infants
Strong understanding of child development
CPR and First Aid preferred
Excellent communication skills

Qualifications

Nurturing skills and patience
Ability to engage infants effectively
Interpersonal skills for family interaction
Experience in licensed childcare

Full job description

Spring Education Group is a multi-brand education network of superior private school institutions spanning infant care through high school. The network (currently composed of approximately 220 schools) brings together some of the best private school programs in the country, with proven track records educating children through unique and carefully crafted curricula.

Paragon Prep has delivered a rigorous and nurturing environment to students PK-8th grade since 1997. Graduates are ready for the honors program of any high school and participate in athletics, academic competitions, robotics, and community service projects. Paragon delivers a first-rate education in a small setting for students who are excited about learning. Beyond mastering the most challenging curriculum in the area and the opportunity to earn up to five high school credits, students at Paragon Prep have the chance to excel in competitive sports and explore a wide array of electives, enriching their educational journey.

Role Overview:

We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Infant Teacher to join our vibrant team at Paragon Prep. This role focuses on providing nurturing and educational experiences for infants, fostering their development in the crucial early stages of life. You will be instrumental in creating a safe, engaging, and responsive environment that supports the growth of our youngest learners.

Responsibilities:

Develop and implement daily activities that support and promote the development of infants.
Create a nurturing, stimulating environment where infants feel safe and cared for.
Monitor infants for signs of emotional or developmental problems and bring potential issues to the attention of parents and staff.
Maintain daily records of activities, behaviors, meals, and naps.
Engage with infants through interactive play, songs, and activities that promote motor skills and social development.
Ensure the safety and health of infants through constant supervision, effective arrangement of space, and proper hygiene practices.
Communicate effectively with parents about their child’s day-to-day experiences, milestones, and developmental progress.
Participate actively in staff meetings and professional development sessions.

Qualifications:

Associate’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, or related field.
Minimum of 2 years of experience working with infants in a licensed childcare center.
Strong understanding of child development, especially from birth to 2 years.
CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
Exceptional nurturing skills, patience, and a love for infants.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with infants, parents, and colleagues.

Benefits:

Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k)
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off

Position: Infant Teacher
Location: Austin, TX 78731
Job Type: Fulltime
Salary: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.

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