Infant Teacher- North High CDC

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum age 18 years of age and high school diploma or equivalent
• Six months’ experience in a licensed child care facility
• Maintain current CPR, First Aid, and Signs and Symptoms etc. certification or acquire within 30 days of hire
• Have record of negative TB Screen and Physical within the last 6 months
• Meet all Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) Regulations
• 12 hours of observations (5 of 2½ hours each) in a licensed facility with children of the same age as enrolled in the facility that the teacher will be working in.
• Must attend New Employee Orientation within 30 days of hire

PREFERRED NAEYC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Training and education in a professional program, BA, AA, Child Development Associate credential (CDA), in education or 12+ college credits in ECE, Program Directors Approval (PDA) for up to 24 children
• One year experience in a licensed child care facility

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Visual, auditory, and verbal ability to communicate effectively with people and monitor property and activity
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs
• Must be able to bend and squat repetitively
• Must be able to stand/walk for extended periods of time
• Must be able to perform light physical activity
• Maintain a positive attitude and make the environment an encouraging experience for all
• Maintain a neat and professional appearance at all times