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Infant Care Specialist

Are you ready to embark on a heartwarming journey of nurturing the youngest minds? Do you love your career in Early Childhood Education but don't get the day to day support you need? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Infant Care Specialist to join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping the early development of our littlest learners. And to provide you with a work environment that is supportive, collaborative, and team oriented.

Benefits/Perks:

• All Background check fees, and associated costs paid by company
• Health care membership - 80% company contribution
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Paid day off for your Birthday
• 10 Paid Holidays after 12 months of continuous employment
• Perfect Attendance Award - monthly extra money
• Superstar Teacher Award
• Happy Family Review Award
• Professional Development: substantial pay increase for CDA/ ECE credentials
• All teacher supplies covered by center
• Paid weekly planning time
• Teacher Appreciation & Recognition: Surprise Gifts/Snacks
• Designated Teacher Support person to assist our teachers with challenges they face
• A supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued and recognized

Key Responsibilities:

1. Cultivating a Nurturing Environment: Create a warm, welcoming, and safe atmosphere where infants feel secure and valued. Your role involves offering individualized care to each child, fostering their social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
2. Interactive Learning: Engage infants in stimulating activities designed to promote sensory exploration, language development, and motor skills enhancement. Through interactive play, storytelling, and music, you will spark curiosity and ignite their love for learning.
3. Supporting Milestone Achievements: Monitor developmental milestones and provide tailored support to help infants reach their full potential. From tummy time to first steps, you'll celebrate each milestone achieved, offering gentle encouragement every step of the way.
4. Building Strong Relationships: Develop strong bonds with infants and their families, fostering open communication and trust. You'll work closely with parents, providing updates on their child's progress and offering guidance on nurturing development beyond the classroom.
5. Health and Well-being: Ensure the health and safety of infants at all times, adhering to strict hygiene standards and implementing appropriate health protocols. You'll also be responsible for feeding, diapering, and comforting infants as needed, offering love and care in every interaction.
6. Continuous Learning: Stay up to date on the latest research and best practices in early childhood education, participating in professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.

Why Work For Us?

Working for a childcare center offers a unique blend of fulfillment, growth, and camaraderie that few other professions can match. If you're seeking a career where you can truly make a difference and leave a legacy of love and learning, consider joining our childcare center and becoming part of something truly special.

Qualifications:

• Passion for working with infants and a deep understanding of their developmental needs.
• Previous experience in childcare, early childhood education, or a related field preferred.
• Certification in CPR and First Aid for infants and young children.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with parents and colleagues through the center provided app.
• Patience, empathy, and a nurturing demeanor are essential qualities for success in this role.
• Must be 18 years of age and have a High School Diploma or GED.
• 1-2 years experience working in a licensed childcare facility, preferred.
• CDA, degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education, preferred but not required.

Compensation: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour WORKING AT OUR CENTER: We see ourselves as teachers, educators, and leaders and believe we have one of the most important jobs in the world! Serving and disciplining the future generation! We provide care for children ages 6 weeks up to 12 years old, Monday through Friday, from 6:30 AM- 6:00 PM. We are one of the highest-rated childcare providers on Google in Boise! Our teachers base their monthly lesson plans on a preschool curriculum called ABC Jesus Loves Me, which is designed for ages 2-5. Teachers are encouraged to plan field trips whenever possible to support learning, request supplies needed for classroom and curriculum purposes, and participate in the annual Christmas Program! Schedules can be flexible, and we offer both full-time and part-time positions. Each new hire is taken through a training process to familiarize them with working at our center and welcome them to the team. But we don't stop there! We provide ongoing daily support to all of our teachers, and we are there for you to collaborate, brainstorm, and set goals to take you to the next level of your career! OUR CULTURE: We are dedicated to supporting our teachers financially, personally, and professionally! We welcome input from our entire team and look to build a better center as a team. Every member is appreciated for their hard work and contributions, and each member is recognized for their strengths and dedication to serving our families. We love to celebrate victories together and provide each other with support in challenging times. We strive to operate daily, in every way, on our CORE VALUES of Faith, Family, Passion, Excellence, and Kindness.