Infant/Toddler Childcare Teacher

Absolutely, Positively, Kids!
Silvis, IL

Job Description

Job Description

Calling all who love singing, dancing, storytelling and nurturing young, energetic children! Absolutely, Positively, Kids! (APK!) seeks enthusiastic teachers and child care workers who want to make a difference and put their talents to use. Call today to learn more about how you can join the leader in early education and childcare in the Quad Cities and surrounding areas! Join us for limitless hugs in a happy environment!

Responsibilities

  • Develop a careful and creative program suitable for children
  • Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media etc.) to teach children
  • Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem
  • Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments
  • Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (identify shapes, numbers or colors, do crafts etc.)
  • Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are safe at all times
  • Track childrens progress and report to parents
  • Communicate with parents regularly to understand the childrens background
  • Collaborate with other team members
  • Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards
Skills

  • Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational methods
  • Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms
  • Excellent communication and instructional skills
  • Ability to act as mediator between children
  • Cool-tempered, friendly and reliable
  • Certification in child CPR (We provide class)
Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
Supplemental Pay:

  • Bonus pay
Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:

  • childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
Posted 2026-06-26

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