Lead Infant Teacher

Overview
Join our vibrant early childhood education team as a Lead Infant Teacher, where your passion for nurturing young children will inspire growth, curiosity, and a love of learning. In this dynamic role, you will lead classroom activities, develop engaging curricula tailored to infants’ developmental stages, and foster a safe, stimulating environment that promotes social, emotional, and cognitive development. Your expertise will help shape the foundational experiences that set children on a path of lifelong success. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our youngest learners while working alongside dedicated educators committed to excellence in early childhood education.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily classroom activities for infants, ensuring a nurturing and stimulating environment that supports their physical, emotional, and cognitive growth
• Develop and implement age-appropriate curricula incorporating principles of curriculum development, literacy education, and early intervention strategies
• Manage classroom routines including diapering, feeding, nap times, and sensory play to promote healthy development and comfort
• Observe and assess each child's progress, documenting milestones and communicating with families about their child's growth and needs
• Collaborate with colleagues to design lesson plans that incorporate Montessori methods, classroom management techniques, and behavior management strategies
• Support children with special educational needs by adapting activities and working closely with specialists in childhood development and child welfare
• Maintain a safe classroom environment by adhering to health and safety standards, conducting regular safety checks, and managing behavior effectively

Experience

• Prior classroom experience working with infants or toddlers in daycare or preschool settings is essential
• Demonstrated knowledge of early childhood education practices including curriculum development, lesson planning, and classroom management
• Strong communication skills to effectively engage with children, parents, colleagues, and specialists in the field of childhood development
• Knowledge of Montessori methods or other child-centered educational philosophies is advantageous
• Previous experience in private school or daycare environments that emphasize childhood welfare and developmental milestones

Join us to be part of a passionate team dedicated to fostering joyful learning experiences for infants. Your expertise will help lay the foundation for confident learners while supporting their unique developmental journeys.

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person