Lead Infant Teacher

Benefits Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Dental insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Vision insurance Lead Infant Teacher Key Responsibilities Curriculum & Instruction Implement age-appropriate lesson plans and daily routines using the Wonder of Learning® curriculum, with a strong focus on infant development, sensory exploration, and responsive caregiving Individualize care to meet each infant’s developmental needs, schedules, and milestones Classroom Leadership & Management Create and maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive infant classroom environment Lead daily caregiving routines including feeding, diapering, naps, and play Mentor and support Assistant Teachers and Resource Teachers Family Communication Build strong, trusting relationships with families Communicate daily regarding feeding, sleep, milestones, and developmental progress Health, Safety & Compliance Ensure compliance with all state licensing regulations, health and safety standards, and Goddard policies Maintain accurate classroom documentation and records Assessment & Documentation Observe, assess, and document infant development to guide instruction and share progress with families Professional Growth & Collaboration Participate in ongoing professional development and training Collaborate positively with leadership and fellow educators Positive Guidance Model and implement positive, responsive caregiving and guidance strategies to support social-emotional development Qualifications High school diploma or GED required Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education preferred CDA (Infant/Toddler preferred) 1–2 years of experience working with infants in a licensed childcare setting preferred Completion of state-required pre-service training Strong communication and relationship-building skills with children, families, and team members Ability to lift up to 50 lbs in connection with caring for children Why Join Our Goddard School? If you’re an energetic, nurturing educator looking for a supportive and professional environment, we’d love to meet you. Our School offers a premium early childhood education experience in a warm, state-of-the-art setting where teachers are valued and supported. Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.