What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Infant Room Teacher position at Little Endeavors Child Development Center?
Lead Infant Room Teacher
We’re looking for a caring, dependable Lead Infant Room Teacher to provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for infants. The ideal candidate enjoys supporting children’s early development, communicates well with families and coworkers, and can manage the classroom independently while following all center policies and supervision requirements.
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:45 a.m.–3:45 p.m.
Responsibilities
- Provide attentive, responsive care for infants throughout the day.
- Plan and support age-appropriate activities that encourage infants’ development.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom.
- Follow each child’s care routine, including feeding, diapering, and rest.
- Observe and document children’s activities, routines, and developmental progress.
- Communicate respectfully with families about their child’s day and needs.
- Follow health, safety, sanitation, and emergency procedures.
- Help maintain required classroom staffing and supervision practices.
- Work independently when assigned to lead the classroom, while seeking support when needed.
Qualifications
- Experience caring for infants in a childcare setting preferred.
- Patience, reliability, and a warm, attentive approach to infant care.
- Ability to work independently and stay organized throughout the day.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to meet applicable childcare employment and training requirements.