Co-Lead Infant Teacher

Position Summary : The Co-Lead Infant Teacher is responsible for assisting in the daily programming for children enrolled in Early Childhood program at St. Joseph Academy (SJA). The role includes helping to provide developmentally appropriate practices and high quality early care and education. The Lead Infant Teacher works in partnership with the Co-Lead Teacher to ensure that the needs of children and their families are understood and communicated as one of the primary SJA liaisons.

The Co-Lead Infant Teacher implements the early childhood program within local, state and federal guidelines, rules, regulations and laws, Wisconsin licensing, and accreditation standards.

Reports to : ECEC Director

Qualifications :

• An Associate or Bachelor degree in early childhood education or related field required
• Level 9 or above on the Registry
• 1+ years experience within early care working in a licensed childcare setting
• Exemplary interpersonal, collaborative, and planning skills
• Interest and ability to support children and their families
• Ability to analyze an issue, identify options, and implement solutions
• Ability to work cooperatively with people in and outside of the Education / Childcare Services department
• Ability to communicate (verbally and in writing) and effectively interact with children, their family members, management, and staff members
• Ability to respond positively to work direction and guidance from others
• Ability to work independently, managing multiple demanding tasks under critical timeframes

Equipment Used : Office equipment : personal computers, printers, phone systems, fax machine, photocopier

Physical and Mental Requirements : Must have ability to sit (25%), walk / stand (75%), routinely throughout the shift. Must be able to periodically lift up to 50 lbs. Must have functional senses / manual dexterity to carry out the job; communicate effectively; and use of office equipment. Must have the ability to deal effectively with the stress of managing emergency / critical situations and multiple tasks.

Environmental Conditions : Performs duties with exposure to infectious or communicable diseases inherent to care children, and occasional exposure to loud or unpleasant voices due to unpredictable behavior of the children and seasonal exposure to high humidity, heat and cold due to the internal and external environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

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