What are the responsibilities and job description for the Baby Signs® Instructor – Early Childhood Enrichment position at Baby Signs®?
The Baby Signs® Program is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated individuals throughout the US to join our growing network of instructors. As a Baby Signs® Instructor, you will teach fun, engaging, research-based classes that help babies, toddlers, and their families communicate before they can talk.
This independent contractor role is ideal for early childhood educators, caregivers, SLPs, OTs, doulas, parenting coaches, nannies, home visitors, librarians, and anyone passionate about supporting families and child development.
About the Baby Signs® Program
The Baby Signs® Program was developed by child development experts Drs. Linda Acredolo and Susan Goodwyn and is backed by more than 30 years of research, including a National Institutes of Health–funded study.
The program helps babies communicate before they can talk, reducing frustration, strengthening parent-child connection, and supporting early language, emotional development, and cognitive skills.
Our classes and workshops are used by families, early childhood programs, hospitals, home visiting agencies, libraries, and early intervention professionals across the U.S. and in more than 40 countries.
Key Responsibilities
- Teach Baby Signs® enrichment classes, parent workshops, and community programs
- Use prepared curriculum, activities, songs, and visual materials to guide class sessions
- Create a warm, supportive learning environment for parents and caregivers
- Build relationships with local families, childcare centers, libraries, and community organizations
- Promote classes through community outreach, parent networks, and social media
- Maintain professionalism and consistency with Baby Signs® curriculum and brand standards
What We Provide
- Comprehensive Instructor Certification Training
- Full curriculum for all Baby Signs® classes and workshops
- Business and marketing resources to help you launch and grow your program
- Ongoing support from the Baby Signs® Team
- Flexibility to set your own schedule, locations, and community partnerships
Qualifications
- Experience working with infants, toddlers, or families (professional or personal)
- Strong presentation and communication skills
- Reliable, warm, and passionate about early childhood development
- Ability to work independently and build community connections
- Background in early childhood education, early intervention, SLP/OT, parenting support, childcare, or related fields is helpful but not required
How to Learn More / Apply
For full details about becoming an instructor and upcoming training opportunities:
📌 Visit: https://babysigns.com/teach
📌 Email: training@babysigns.com
📌 Call: 916-606-6676