Reports To: Center Director / Assistant Director
Position Type: Full-time or Part-time

Position Summary:
The Infant Teacher is responsible for creating a warm, safe, and nurturing environment for infants (ages 6 weeks to 1 year old) that promotes their physical, emotional, cognitive, and social development. The teacher will implement age-appropriate activities, maintain health and safety standards, and build positive, trusting relationships with both infants and their families.

Key Responsibilities:

Classroom Management & Caregiving

• Provide consistent, attentive, and responsive care to each infant, including feeding, diapering, napping, and comforting.

• Follow each child’s individual schedule and support their developmental milestones.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom that complies with all licensing and health regulations.

• Monitor and document daily routines, behaviors, and developmental progress.

Curriculum & Learning

• Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate activities that support early brain development, motor skills, language acquisition, and sensory exploration.

• Create a stimulating environment that encourages curiosity, bonding, and interaction.

• Observe and assess infants to tailor learning experiences that meet their unique needs.

Family Engagement

• Communicate regularly and professionally with parents/guardians about their child’s daily activities, growth, and development.

• Develop strong, respectful relationships with families and support a collaborative caregiving partnership.

• Participate in parent-teacher conferences and provide developmental updates as needed.

Team Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with co-teachers and other staff to create a cohesive, supportive team.

• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities.

• Support the overall goals and values of the childcare center.

Health & Safety

• Follow all safety, sanitation, and emergency procedures as required by state licensing.

• Ensure constant supervision of infants, maintaining appropriate teacher-to-child ratios.

• Administer basic first aid when necessary and report incidents or concerns to the Center Director.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; CDA (Child Development Associate) credential or Early Childhood Education coursework preferred.

• Must meet state licensing requirements for infant care teachers, including background check, TB test, and required immunizations.

• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

• Experience working with infants in a licensed childcare setting preferred.

• Warm, nurturing personality with a genuine love for infants and early childhood education.

• Strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.