Teacher InternAt — ICRI

Job Title: Infant/Toddler Teacher

Organization: International Child Resource Institute (ICRI). Learn more about us here: https://www.icrichild.org/

Location: Stanford University Children's Centers at Madera Grove, Stock Farm Road, and Arboretum

Job type: Full-time

International Child Resource Institute (ICRI) is a leading international early childhood education, health, and development organization that provides award-winning locally-initiated preschool and infant/toddler Emergent Curriculum programs in over fifty countries from Ghana to Malaysia and partners with UNICEF, World Health Organization, and many other leading organizations. Founded in 1981, our early education programs are based on child-directed, Reggio-inspired, developmentally appropriate practices.

We seek full-time Early Childhood Teachers who embrace the opportunity to make a lasting difference in children’s lives. Our three centers on the Stanford campus (Arboretum, Madera Grove, and Stock Farm Road) offer growth opportunities, competitive pay, a positive team culture and excellent benefits, including tuition reimbursement, paid training and partnerships with leading early childhood educators. ICRI envisions a world in which all children are able to fulfill their greatest potential.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Collaborate with your co-teacher team to plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate activities.
2. Foster a nurturing and inclusive environment where children can grow and thrive.
3. Provide a balance of child-initiated and teacher-guided experiences using hands-on learning opportunities.
4. Support social, emotional, and cognitive development through active engagement, positive guidance, and problem-solving techniques.
5. Encourage self-expression and creativity through diverse activities such as art, music, and outdoor play.
6. Communicate with children at their developmental level, answering questions and guiding their exploration.
7. Lead small group activities and adapt experiences to meet the individual needs of all children, including those with special needs.
8. Maintain classroom routines for smooth transitions and a consistent learning environment.
9. Document student progress through portfolios, wall displays, and other means.
10. Establish and maintain open, collaborative communication with parents and the teaching team.

Qualifications:
1. Minimum of 12 ECE units (preferred): ECE Child, Growth & Development; ECE Child, Family, Community; ECE Curriculum; and an ECE Practicum. ECE Infant/Toddler Development is a plus.
2. 1+ year of experience in Early Childhood Education and infants, toddler, or preschool students (preferred)
3. Knowledge of child development and emergent curriculum
4. Commitment to ICRI’s mission and values
5. Positive attitude, flexibility, and enthusiasm for education
6. Strong verbal and written communication skills
7. US work authorization and excellent references
8. TB clearance and background check submission
9. CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain)
10. Being available to work from 9:30am-6:30pm (preferred)

Benefits:
Benefits: Our team is here to support you learn and grow as an educator. We provide all teachers and staff with a positive environment that rewards excellence, promotes learning, and offers great benefits, including:

1. A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance
2. Competitive pay with opportunities for raises
3. Commuter reimbursement (up to $300/year)
4. Opportunity to participate in a 403(b) retirement program, with a matching plan
5. Paid professional development days (4 days/years of small group courses)
6. Tuition reimbursement up to $2,500 annually to support ongoing learning.

To apply, please upload your resume and ECE transcripts. You may reach out to us at jobs@icrichild.org for further questions.

Thank you for expressing interest in joining our team! You can learn more about us at www.icrichild.org.

Job Type: Full-time

training:

Emergent Curriculum Training (ongoing) is helping her understand how to create meaningful provocation activities and select appropriate materials to support children's exploration and learning.

Learning Outcome:

\u200b1. Use developmental theory through daily observation and analysis.
2. Plan a developmentally appropriate, child-centered curriculum based on observations.
3. Promote professional growth through regular supervision and reflective dialogue.
4. Show understanding of mandated reporting, ethics, and site policies.