Infant Lead Teacher - Early Childhood Education

The Learning Experience - Corporate; South Lyon (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Advancement opportunities

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Employee childcare discount

Job summary

The Learning Experience - South Lyon Area, MI is seeking an experienced Infant Lead Teacher to nurture babies, support milestones, and lead an infant classroom. This full-time role offers $18-$21 per hour, depending on experience, and runs Monday through Friday.

You will implement the LEAP curriculum, support development across physical, cognitive, and social areas, and communicate regularly with families and fellow teachers while upholding Michigan licensing standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Relevant professional childcare experience is required.
• Infant classroom experience strongly preferred.
• CDA or ECE coursework or credential preferred.
• Must meet Michigan Lead Caregiver requirements.
• Nurturing, dependable, patient, and team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Lead a safe, nurturing, and engaging Infant classroom
• Provide individualized feeding, diapering, sleep, and daily care routines
• Implement The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum
• Create sensory, movement, language, and early learning experiences
• Support physical, cognitive, and social-emotional development
• Follow safe sleep, sanitation, health, and safety procedures
• Observe developmental milestones and maintain classroom documentation
• Build trusting relationships and communicate regularly with families
• Guide and collaborate with Assistant Teachers
• Maintain Michigan childcare licensing standards

Skills

Childcare experience

Team player

Patience

Reliability

Nurturing

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA / ECE credential preferred

Michigan Lead Caregiver requirements

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 - South Lyon Area, MI

Pay: $18-$21 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday

The Learning Experience is looking for an experienced Infant Lead Teacher who loves helping babies learn, grow, and reach their earliest milestones.

We are recruiting for Infant classroom leadership opportunities at our South Lyon-area childcare centers. If you're a nurturing early childhood educator who understands the importance of responsive care, meaningful interactions, and individualized routines, we'd love to meet you.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a safe, nurturing, and engaging Infant classroom
• Provide individualized feeding, diapering, sleep, and daily care routines
• Implement The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum
• Create sensory, movement, language, and early learning experiences
• Support physical, cognitive, and social-emotional development
• Follow safe sleep, sanitation, health, and safety procedures
• Observe developmental milestones and maintain classroom documentation
• Build trusting relationships and communicate regularly with families
• Guide and collaborate with Assistant Teachers
• Maintain Michigan childcare licensing standards

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED 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, dependable, patient, and team-oriented

What We Offer

• $18-$21 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Full-time Monday-Friday schedule
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees
• 401(k) with available company match
• Paid time off
• Paid training and professional development
• Employee childcare discount
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement

Candidates may be considered for either of our South Lyon locations based on their preferences and available positions.