Lead Teacher - Infant/Toddler

Responsibilities

• Lead daily care, supervision, and learning experiences for infants and toddlers
• Plan and implement high-quality programs supporting language, literacy, and social-emotional development
• Develop age-appropriate lesson plans and daily routines including feeding, diapering, and napping
• Observe children and document development through notes and assessment tools
• Build responsive relationships with children and partner professionally with families
• Provide guidance and modeling to Associate Teachers and classroom support staff
• Maintain active supervision and ensure compliance with CDSS and CDE regulations
• Maintain accurate classroom records including attendance and developmental assessments

Requirements

• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field
• Must meet Title 5 and Title 22 requirements for Lead Teacher in an infant/toddler classroom
• Teacher Permit from the Department of Education
• CPR/First Aid Training Certification
• Completion of CCL Record Keeping Component and required health and safety training
• Ability to pass health screening, TB test, and background fingerprint clearance
• Ability to lift up to 30lbs

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of experience working with infants and toddlers in a licensed program
• Experience leading classroom activities and supporting teaching staff
• Bilingual skills

Benefits

• $2,000 sign-on bonus
• Comprehensive, industry-leading benefits package
• Friendly and supportive work environment

About the Company

Kidango is an early learning nonprofit committed to setting every child on a path to thrive in kindergarten and in life. As the largest child care provider in the San Francisco Bay Area, they provide safe, healthy, and nurturing environments for children, especially those from low-income families.