Lead Infant Teacher

Job Summary
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Lead Infant Teacher to join our vibrant early childhood education team. In this role, you will serve as a key leader in creating a nurturing, engaging, and educational environment tailored specifically for infants. Your expertise will guide the development of age-appropriate curricula, foster positive behavior, and support the overall growth and welfare of our youngest learners. As a Lead Infant Teacher, you will inspire both children and staff through innovative teaching practices, strong classroom management, and a commitment to child-centered learning. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in early childhood development while working in a dynamic educational setting.

Duties

• Design and implement comprehensive curriculum plans focused on infant development, including literacy education, motor skills, social-emotional growth, and early intervention strategies
• Create a safe, welcoming classroom environment that promotes exploration, independence, and curiosity among infants
• Lead daily lesson planning sessions that incorporate Montessori principles and other child-centered teaching methods
• Manage classroom activities with enthusiasm while maintaining effective behavior management techniques to foster positive interactions
• Collaborate with families to communicate progress, developmental milestones, and strategies for supporting their child's welfare at home
• Supervise and mentor assistant teachers and classroom staff to ensure high-quality childcare and educational standards are maintained
• Conduct ongoing assessments of each child's growth using standardized testing methods when appropriate and adjust lesson plans accordingly
• Incorporate physical education activities suitable for toddlers to promote gross motor development
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and licensing regulations related to childcare and early childhood education

Experience

• Proven classroom experience working with infants or toddlers in early childhood education settings
• Strong background in curriculum development tailored for early learners, including literacy education and childhood development principles
• Experience with special education needs, early intervention programs, and behavior management techniques
• Familiarity with Montessori methods or other child-centered teaching philosophies is highly desirable
• Demonstrated ability to manage classrooms effectively while fostering a nurturing environment
• Knowledge of standardized testing procedures related to early childhood assessment tools
• Prior experience in preschool or daycare settings, particularly within private school environments or similar institutions
• Excellent communication skills to engage effectively with children, families, staff, and community partners

Join us as a Lead Infant Teacher and be part of an inspiring team dedicated to shaping the future by nurturing the earliest stages of childhood development. Your expertise will help lay the foundation for lifelong learning while supporting the well-being of every child in your care.

Pay: From $11.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $12