Infants Teacher Full Time Goddard School

The Goddard School; Hazlet Township (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Goddard School in Hazlet is seeking a dedicated Infant Teacher to nurture and care for infants aged 6 weeks to 18 months. The role prioritizes a warm classroom environment to foster development through attentive caregiving and engaging activities. Benefits include competitive salary, paid time off, and support for professional growth.

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Company parties

Donation matching

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Parental leave

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Experienced working with infants (6 weeks to 18 months), ideally with 1+ year in childcare.
• Preferred: Holds formal training in ECE (CDA, Associate's, Bachelor's).
• Passionate about fostering secure attachments in an infant environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide responsive, attentive care for each infant’s needs.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities for development.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Caring

Education

CDA certification

Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Donation matching
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance

Join Our Team as an Infant Teacher

At The Goddard School of Hazlet, we understand that the infant stage is one of the most critical and tender times in a child’s development. Every coo, cuddle, and smile helps build a strong foundation for lifelong learning. As an Infant Teacher, you’ll play a key role in nurturing and guiding our youngest learners in a warm, loving, and supportive classroom environment.

About You

You are a caring and experienced early childhood professional who:

• Has a strong background working with infants (6 weeks to 18 months), ideally with 1 or more year in a licensed or structured childcare setting
• Preferred: Holds formal training in Early Childhood Education or a related field (CDA, Associate’s, or Bachelor’s degree)
• Is passionate about fostering secure attachments and creating a consistent, nurturing environment where infants can thrive
• Communicates clearly, works well as part of a team, and contributes to a collaborative, family-centered school culture

What You’ll Do

As an Infant Teacher at our school, you will:

• Provide responsive, attentive care and routines that support each infant’s physical, emotional, and developmental needs
• Plan and implement gentle, age-appropriate activities that promote sensory exploration, motor skills, and early social interaction
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment that encourages comfort and discovery
• Build trusting relationships with families, sharing daily updates and developmental progress

Why Join Us

At The Goddard School, we offer:

• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Winter Break!
• Direct Deposit
• Generous Children Tuition Discount
• Competitive salary: $16.00–$18.00 per hour
• Support for professional growth, including CDA certification and tuition reimbursement

Make a difference from the very beginning. Apply today to join our caring infant classroom team!