Lead Infant Teacher

RGPD is looking for a caring and energetic Lead Infant Teacher to join our team. This position is for an 7:00AM start and ends at 3:00PM. Our students arrive early and ready to learn. You will be working with an excellent, dedicated teams with years of experience. Our Lead Infant Teacher will provide a nurturing and safe environment for infants to develop and reach age appropriate milestones. You will demonstrate good judgement in the care and play with each infant assigned to you. You will verbally engage the infants throughout the day in addition to incorporating play activities. You will maintain the feeding schedule with the bottles and solids as well as provide much needed stimulation. If you have a passion for working with children, are dedicated to providing the best education and care to your students, work collaboratively, and want to learn and grow, we want you to be a part of our team. Responsibilities for Infant Teacher Provide a safe and loving environment for the infants in care Bottle feed infants Feed infants' solid foods as age appropriate and provided by parents Change diapers as needed Soothe infants by singing to and cuddling them Supervise infants as they play with age appropriate toys Put infants in cribs for nap time Ensure play, sleep and changing areas are kept clean Complete monthly progress reports that document milestones Positively communicate with parents regarding Infant's progress Maintain a positive relationship with all RGPD Staff, Students and Parents ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE: Requirements: Associate's degree or bachelor's degree considered a plus 2-5 years of childcare experience CDA preferred Must be at least 18 years of age Be of good character and reputation Be of sufficient physical, mental and emotional health to perform job duties satisfactorily Must be able to lift a minimum of 30 lbs. Possess skills, attributes and characteristics conducive to and suitable for dealing with children Must speak English well enough to communicate with children, staff, management, and parents Must be able to read and write English well enough to prepare, complete, and maintain administrative forms and records as required by current governmental regulations, company policies, and procedures. Knowledge of child growth and development Satisfy the mandatory physical and background checks as required by the state of Pennsylvania Must have CPR training Job Type: Full-time Benefit Conditions: Waiting period may apply Hours per week: 30-39 Typical end time: 3:00PM Typical start time: 7:00AM This Job Is: A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply Open to applicants under 18 years old, provided it is legally allowed for the job and location A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply Work Remotely No Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour Expected hours: 30 - 40 per week Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Schedule: Day shift Experience: Early Childhood Education: 2 years (Required) Childcare: 2 years (Required) Ability to Commute: Pottstown, PA 19464 (Required) Work Location: In person