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Job Overview:Infant Toddler Lead Caregivers are essential in shaping the early development of children. They create a safe and nurturing environment, design and deliver age-appropriate curricula, and work closely with families to support each child's growth. Infant Toddler Lead Caregivers report directly to the Center Director.Individuals who enjoy working with young children, demonstrate patience, and maintain reliable attendance will thrive in this role.Key Responsibilities: Maintain NAEYC Accreditation Standards and practices.Educational DevelopmentDevelop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities that foster developmental milestones.Promote physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth through play-based and hands-on learning activities.Classroom ManagementFoster a positive and inclusive classroom environment conducive to learning.Use positive reinforcement and appropriate disciplinary methods to manage behavior.Train and evaluate assistant teachers, aides, and volunteers constructively.Maintain a clear substitute teacher plan in case of absence.Implement daily routines, including feeding, diapering, and napping schedules.Act as a role model for assistants and aides.Child DevelopmentObserve and assess children's developmental milestones and learning progress.Provide tailored support to children with varying abilities or special needs.Parent CommunicationMaintain open communication with parents/guardians about their child's progress and address concerns.Prepare and share progress reports and participate in parent-teacher meetings.Communicate with families regularly on Seagull Schools approved communication softwareHealth and SafetyProvide attentive and loving care to infants and toddlers, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.Supervise indoor and outdoor activities to prevent injuries.Teach hygiene practices, such as handwashing and tidiness.Team CollaborationWork collaboratively with teaching assistants, educators, and administrators.Attend staff meetings, professional development sessions, and training as required.Creative EngagementPromote creativity through art, music, storytelling, and dramatic play.Encourage curiosity and exploration to foster problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.Administrative TasksMaintain accurate attendance records and documentation of children's progress.Prepare compliance and administrative reports as required.Maintain children's record files.Contact parents if a child is absent for more than two days.Provide constructive feedback and conduct evaluations for assistant teachers and teacher's aides.Other DutiesPerform additional tasks as assigned by the Center Director or Teacher-in-Charge. Qualifications:Meet State of Hawaii Department of Human Services (DHS) qualification for infant toddler lead caregivers: Option 1: BA in early childhood, child development, or related field, 12 credits approved early childhood courses (may be part of Bachelor's degree); 30 hours approved Infant/toddler training, and 12 months full time experience working with children under 36 months in a licensed group care setting.Option 2: CDA and High School Diploma, 12 credits approved early childhood courses; 30 hours approved infant/toddler training, and 24 months full time experience working with children under 5 years in a licensed group care setting of which 12 months must be with children under 36 months.Option 3: 2 years college (60 credits) preferably in early childhood, child development, or related, 12 credits approved early childhood courses; 30 hours approved infant/toddler training, and 24 months full time experience working with children under 5 years in a licensed group care setting of which 12 months must be with children under 36 months.Meet medical, TB clearance, and criminal history requirements.CPR/First Aid certification.Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.Skills and Attributes:Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Patience, empathy, and a nurturing demeanor.Creativity in designing engaging educational activities.Strong organizational skills for managing classroom materials and schedules.Ability to collaborate effectively with parents, colleagues, and administrators.Benefits:Paid Time Off (PTO) leave.Bereavement leave.19+ paid holidays.Medical, vision, prescription drug, and dental insurance.Supplemental health insurance through AFLAC.Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA).401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.Employee child tuition discount.About Us:Seagull Schools provides children an exceptional start to their educational journey. We do this in partnership with our learning community (families, students, teachers, kūpuna) by: Ensuring we use nationally-recognized best practices in early childhood learning and care.Learning through play and having fun!Providing affordable, accessible educational opportunities of the highest quality.Recognizing individual needs and interests to create personalized learning opportunities.Building connections and engaging with our local community.