Infant Lead Teacher

The Learning Experience - Hudson Yards-Midtown West; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

The Learning Experience – Hudson Yards in New York, NY is seeking a devoted Lead Infant Teacher to guide our infant classroom and nurture early development. You will oversee daily routines, collaborate with families, and mentor assistant teachers to deliver warm, high-quality care.

Ideal candidates hold a relevant degree or CDA, have infant development knowledge, strong communication skills, and a passion for creating a responsive learning environment aligned with the LEAP curriculum.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or CDA is required.
• Previous infant classroom leadership experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of infant development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
• Must meet NY State and NYC childcare licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily routines and educational experiences within the Infant classroom.
• Implement The Learning Experience's proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum through sensory exploration and developmentally appropriate activities.
• Support infants' cognitive, language, physical, and social-emotional growth through responsive caregiving.
• Supervise and coach Assistant Teachers to maintain a consistent, high-quality classroom experience.
• Maintain individualized feeding, diapering, sleeping, and care schedules.
• Build strong relationships with families through daily communication and developmental updates.
• Ensure compliance with all New York State and New York City health, safety, and licensing requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment.

Skills

Excellent communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA

Job description

Benefits

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

Infant Lead Teacher

Location: The Learning Experience – Hudson Yards, New York, NY

Pay: $20–$24 per hour (based on education and experience)

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday

Lead Infant Teacher – Create a Strong Foundation for Lifelong Learning

The Learning Experience – Hudson Yards is seeking a nurturing and experienced Lead Infant Teacher to lead our Infant classroom. This role is ideal for an educator who is passionate about supporting children's earliest developmental milestones while creating a warm, responsive, and engaging learning environment.

As the Lead Infant Teacher, you'll oversee the daily operation of the classroom, mentor Assistant Teachers, and partner with families to ensure every child receives exceptional care during this important stage of development.

What You'll Do

• Lead the daily routines and educational experiences within the Infant classroom
• Implement The Learning Experience's proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum through sensory exploration and developmentally appropriate activities
• Support infants' cognitive, language, physical, and social-emotional growth through responsive caregiving
• Supervise and coach Assistant Teachers to maintain a consistent, high-quality classroom experience
• Maintain individualized feeding, diapering, sleeping, and care schedules
• Build strong relationships with families through daily communication and developmental updates
• Ensure compliance with all New York State and New York City health, safety, and licensing requirements
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree, Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education, or CDA required
• Previous experience leading an infant classroom preferred
• Strong understanding of infant development and developmentally appropriate practices
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred
• Must meet all applicable New York State and New York City childcare licensing requirements

What We Offer

• Competitive pay of $20–$24 per hour
• Paid time off and recognized holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision benefit options
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Employee childcare discount
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative work environment

Join The Learning Experience – Hudson Yards and lead a classroom where our youngest learners receive the nurturing care, meaningful interactions, and early educational experiences that help them thrive from the very beginning.