Infant Lead Teacher

The Learning Experience; Grand Rapids, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

The Learning Experience Beltline in Grand Rapids, MI seeks an Infant Lead Teacher to create a calm, nurturing classroom for babies. Pay ranges from $17 to $20 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

This full-time role runs Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with benefits and opportunities for advancement. As Lead Teacher, you will own the classroom experience, build strong relationships with children and families, and implement the LEAP Curriculum to support development

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous professional childcare or early childhood classroom experience required.
• Infant classroom experience strongly preferred.
• CDA, Early Childhood Education coursework, degree, or other qualifying credential preferred.
• Must meet Michigan requirements to serve as a Lead Caregiver.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily routines and learning experiences of the Infant classroom.
• Provide individualized, responsive care for each child.
• Support feeding, diapering, sleep, tummy time, and developmental routines.
• Implement The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum.
• Introduce infants to sensory exploration, music, movement, language, and play.
• Observe and document developmental milestones.
• Guide and collaborate with Assistant Teachers.
• Communicate regularly and professionally with families.
• Maintain a clean, safe, nurturing, and organized classroom.
• Follow Michigan licensing and center requirements.

Skills

Nurturing, attentive, dependable

Collaborative

Communication with families

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDA / ECE coursework or degree

Job description

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

Infant Lead Teacher - Early Childhood Education

The Learning Experience - Beltline. Grand Rapids, MI. Pay: $17-$20 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-6:00 PM.

If caring for infants is where you do your best work, we'd love to meet you.

The Learning Experience - Beltline is looking for an experienced Infant Lead Teacher to create a calm, nurturing classroom where babies receive responsive care while discovering the world through movement, language, sensory experiences, and play.

As the Lead Teacher, you'll take ownership of the classroom experience while building close, trusting relationships with children and their families.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the daily routines and learning experiences of the Infant classroom
• Provide individualized, responsive care for each child
• Support feeding, diapering, sleep, tummy time, and developmental routines
• Implement The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum
• Introduce infants to sensory exploration, music, movement, language, and play
• Observe and document developmental milestones
• Guide and collaborate with Assistant Teachers
• Communicate regularly and professionally with families
• Maintain a clean, safe, nurturing, and organized classroom
• Follow Michigan licensing and center requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous professional childcare or early childhood classroom experience required
• Infant classroom experience strongly preferred
• CDA, Early Childhood Education coursework, degree, or other qualifying credential preferred
• Must meet Michigan requirements to serve as a Lead Caregiver
• Nurturing, attentive, dependable, and collaborative

What We Offer

• $17-$20 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Full-time Monday-Friday schedule
• Health, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees
• Paid time off
• Paid training and professional development
• Employee childcare discount
• Career growth and advancement opportunities