The Lead Infant Teacher is responsible for providing a safe and nurturing environment for infants and toddlers in a daycare or preschool setting. The Lead Infant Teachers must have knowledge of child development and plans daily activities and environment of the assigned classroom and supervises the implementation of those plans and policies of Moose Corner Children’s Academy. Essential FunctionsUnderstand and fulfill the Wyoming Department of Family Services Child Care Licensing Rules which requires signature of the employee.Operate a classroom of infants in accordance with Wyoming Department of Education (WDE) standards.Facilitate the development of the “whole” child, enhancing each child’s self-esteem and independence.Treat each child with dignity and respect, recognizing and considering the individual needs of each child in relation to cultural and socioeconomic background, handicaps, special talents and interests, style and pace of learning; communicate effectively and appropriately with the age group assigned.Provide a nurturing atmosphere for the children demonstrated by interacting on child’s eye level, sitting on the floor with children, providing appropriate physical contact for comforting and reassurance.Help children learn to think creatively, to solve problems independently, and to respect themselves and others.Work interactively with children in all activity areas in the classroom or outdoors as assigned; implement and support Developmentally Appropriate Practices, providing a stimulating environment for the children.Prepare daily lesson plans for both inside and outside to include the following areas of learning: cognitive, gross motor, fine motor, social and self-esteem.Assist children in developing good personal hygiene, changing diapers, toilet training and washing of hands.Maintains structure and control of the classroom at all times including during episodes of children’s upsets and emergency situations.Follow all procedures and requirements as noted by MCCA policy & procedures and in accordance with the Commonwealth of Wyoming’s licensing requirements to assure the safety of the children in your assigned environment, monitoring their safety at all times.Protect confidential information of both the child(ren) and families associated with MCCAPrepare and maintain space and materials for classroom and outdoor activities. Provide supervision to assigned Assistant(s) and Classroom Aide(s) asking for input on lesson plan and classroom management, giving instructions and monitoring their duties.CompetenciesEstablish positive relationships with parents/guardians/families by:Greeting each person warmly during drop off and pick up, sharing both positive and negative events of the child’s day, by taking an interest in the family as a whole, and by responding to parent/guardian/family questions and concerns.Maintaining confidentiality with information relating to parent(s)/guardian(s)/family and children, being careful what information is shared with other staff.Conducting Parent-Teacher Conferences in order to exchange information, including the parent(s)/guardian(s)/family in the educational process, developing an Individual Education Plan and an Individual Needs Assessment for each child, discussing special needs of the child(ren).Participating in activities with parent(s)/guardian(s)/family as assigned by the Director.Encouraging family participation in classroom programs, special activities, parent/guardian meetings and training.Administrative/Classroom DutiesMaintain classroom ratio of staff to children at all times and knowing when to call the Director for additional staff support to maintain required levels of coverage.Provide interactive supervision on the playground.Feed and supervise children during meals and eat with them as age level requires.Clean & Disinfect toys and equipment according to center standards.Report problems, illness of a child or signs of child abuse promptly to the Director.Adhere to MCCA Personnel Policies and Procedures.Participate in planning meetings with the Director and other teachers.Work in conjunction with other professionals to facilitate a child’s optimal development.Maintain daily meal count, attendance, and monthly reporting.Attend MCCA staff meetings.Maintain a neat and clean appearance.Lead Teachers are not to accept payment of fees from parents.Adherence to and support of MCCA’s philosophy. This includes a proven ability to exercise empathy and positive regard in providing services to clients.Ability to work cooperatively with peers and supervisorsAbility to maintain professional relationships with clients, child(ren), families and other agency representatives.Quality of work. This includes exercise of promptness, accuracy, and sound judgment, meeting required outcomes and the ability to perform all aspects of the job description.Dedication. This includes the desire, determination and ability to provide comprehensive services to clients, children, and families.Required Education, Experience, and QualificationsB.A. in Early Childhood Education or related field and one year of experience related to the group care and development of preschool children and/or infants and toddlers.Ability to communicate effectively in English with staff, families, and children in both written and oral formats.Possess basic computer skills to include Microsoft Word, use of email and BrightWheel for correspondence. Ability to lift 40 pounds. Good vision, hearing, mobility to work with children on the floor (up and down) with repetitive stretching and bending. Ability to walk up and down stairs, be outside for extended periods of time and ability to move children in cribs during emergencies. Ability to push a stroller for extended distances with multiple children in the stroller.Ability to meet all requirements for Employment Eligibility Verification.Prior to the first day of working with children, complete CPR and first aid training, or present proof of CPR training within the past year and first aid training within the past three years. Update Adult/Infant CPR training and first aid annually.Possess a clear Wyoming Central Registry check. In addition, there must be a clear finding for other criminal offenses in the Wyoming Criminal History record for not less than five years prior to date of service.Agree to flexible working hours.Demonstrate consistent pleasant disposition towards children, families and staff.Preferred Education, Experience, and QualificationsB.A. in Early Childhood Education or related field 1-3 years of experience related to the group care and development of preschool children and/or infants and toddlers.Child Development Associate Certificate (CDA)Job Type and BenefitsJob Type: Full-timePay: up to $23 per hour, compensation is commensurate with experience and includes a benefits package.Benefits:Paid HolidaysPaid time offProfessional Development AssistanceGTNPS Park PassAnnual and sick leaveMonthly living stipendSchedule: 10-hour shift, four days a week