Training & Research Foundation is hiring an Infant Assistant Teacher to create a positive learning atmosphere that stimulates critical thinking and development for our youngest learners. You will assist in implementing curriculum and ensuring a safe, developmentally appropriate environment for infants and toddlers.

What You'll Do

Assist in implementing the Creative Curriculum and CDE Standards for CCTR classrooms.
Prepare weekly lesson plans in advance that are individualized and based on each child’s needs, interests, and schedule.
Promote an age-appropriate curriculum in accordance with California Department of Education, Desired Results, and ITERS/ECERS standards.
Document volunteer activities and parent communication regarding children's functions and activities.
Organize the classroom according to developmental levels and individual needs of infants and toddlers.
Ensure infant and toddler classrooms are home-like, safe, sanitary, and free of clutter.
Organize the classroom in rudimentary learning centers and rotate materials routinely.
Provide for diaper changing and toilet training functions in a safe, sanitary, and developmentally appropriate manner.
Promote the development of secure relationships with infants and toddlers by assuring primary and continuity of care.
Relate to children in a calm, caring, nurturing, and soothing manner, responding to all cries, babbles, and talks.
Supervise children at all times during the day.
Observe children and record observations in anecdotal records, making appropriate referrals.
Assist with developmental screenings, as assigned.
Maintain updated individual and group checklists according to program policies and procedures.
Provide meals and snacks to children according to their age, development, and needs.
Conduct family-style dining and implement according to program policy and procedures, and CDE Standards.
Involve parents in all aspects of the classroom.
Greet parents and children pleasantly and appropriately, ensuring a smooth transition into the center.
Maintain ongoing professional and appropriate communication with parents through a variety of methods.
Send activities home that parents can do with their children to support the curriculum and the child's learning.
Encourage parents to become involved in workshops, training, and other activities.
Maintain accurate attendance records, food reports, in-kind reports, and other record keeping and reports, as required.
Participate in program training and staff meetings.
Maintain supplies and submit a list to the supervisor when additional items are needed.
Report to work at scheduled times and maintain good attendance.
Perform all duties in a timely and professional manner.
Participate with a positive attitude and behavior in all program activities.

What We're Looking For

A minimum of 12 Units in Early Childhood Education, including 3 Units in Infant/Toddler.
An Assistant Teacher Permit issued from CCTC.
Previous experience working with Infants and Toddlers ages Birth-36 Months.
Ability to read, write, and communicate using proper English grammar.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with a wide range of individuals, including staff and parents.
Complete a physical examination (LIC 503), and provide proof of immunization for influenza, Tdap, MMR, and a Current TB test.
Submission of satisfactory proof of your identity and your legal authorization to work in the United States.
Complete Child Abuse Mandated Reporter (AB1207) certification.
Criminal Record Clearance (DOJ/FBI/CACI).