Infant Classroom Supervisor & Lead Teacher

The Learning Experience #395; Highlands Ranch (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Job summary

The Learning Experience – Highlands Ranch is seeking an Infant Lead Teacher to lead the infant classroom team, mentor staff, and ensure high-quality care in a safe, licensed setting.

You will supervise daily operations, support onboarding, and maintain strong family engagement while aligning with Colorado licensing requirements and the center's curriculum. Join a dedicated team focused on development and nurturing environments.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with infants in a licensed childcare setting.
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of infant development, safe sleep, feeding, and caregiving practices.
• Familiarity with Colorado childcare licensing requirements.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Must meet applicable Colorado childcare licensing and background check requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily infant classroom operations and maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment.
• Ensure consistent routines, appropriate activities, and positive interactions with infants.
• Lead by example and maintain high standards of care.
• Guide, mentor, and support infant classroom teachers.
• Assist with onboarding and training new team members.
• Provide feedback and encourage teamwork, communication, and accountability.
• Assist with classroom coverage while maintaining proper ratios and supervision.
• Ensure compliance with Colorado childcare licensing regulations and TLE policies.
• Monitor safe sleep, feeding, diapering, sanitation, and supervision practices.
• Ensure accurate classroom documentation and promptly communicate safety concerns to management.
• Build positive relationships with infant families.
• Communicate daily updates and address parent questions or concerns.
• Help families feel welcomed, informed, and confident in the care their children receive.
• Support implementation of the TLE infant curriculum and age‑appropriate learning activities.
• Encourage teachers to provide engaging sensory, language, and developmental experiences.
• Partner with the Curriculum Coordinator and Center Director to maintain classroom quality.

Skills

Infant care knowledge

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Licensing knowledge

CPR/First Aid

Background checks

Job description

The Learning Experience – Highlands Ranch is seeking an Infant Lead Teacher to lead the infant classroom team, mentor staff, and ensure high-quality care in a safe, licensed setting.

You will supervise daily operations, support onboarding, and maintain strong family engagement while aligning with Colorado licensing requirements and the center's curriculum. Join a dedicated team focused on development and nurturing environments.