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Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
Position Overview
The Infant Teacher is responsible for creating a nurturing, safe, and engaging classroom environment for mobile infants. This role requires a warm, responsive caregiver who understands early childhood development and is passionate about supporting infants during their most critical stages of growth.
Infant Teachers at The Goddard School implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum, maintain strong communication with families, and ensure all licensing and health regulations are met.
Key Responsibilities
Child Development & Curriculum
- Plan and implement age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with The Goddard School’s educational philosophy.
- Support developmental milestones including motor skills, sensory exploration, language development, and social-emotional growth.
- Engage infants through music, reading, sensory play, and hands-on exploration.
- Maintain daily documentation of feeding, diapering, naps, and developmental observations.
Health & Safety
- Ensure a safe, clean, and sanitary classroom environment at all times.
- Follow all state licensing regulations and school policies.
- Adhere to safe sleep practices and proper diapering and sanitation procedures.
- Closely supervise infants to ensure their well-being.
Family Communication
- Maintain open, positive, and professional communication with parents.
- Provide daily reports and developmental updates.
- Build trusting relationships with families and respond promptly to questions or concerns.
Team Collaboration
- Work cooperatively with co-teachers and school leadership.
- Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities.
- Support a positive and respectful school culture.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Previous experience working with infants in a licensed childcare setting preferred.
- Knowledge of infant development and early learning best practices.
- CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and engage in active caregiving throughout the day.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
Work Environment
This position requires frequent sitting on the floor, lifting infants, and engaging in hands-on activities. The Infant Teacher must be able to respond quickly to the needs of children in their care.
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