Infants Teacher Full Time Goddard School

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

Job summary

The Goddard School in Hazlet is seeking an Infant Teacher to nurture and guide infants in a warm environment. The role involves providing attentive care, planning engaging activities, and building trust with families. A competitive salary of $16.00–$18.00 per hour is offered, along with generous benefits to support professional growth.

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Company parties

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Parental leave

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Competitive salary

Free uniforms

Qualifications

• Strong background working with infants (6 weeks to 18 months), ideally with 1+ years in a licensed childcare setting.
• Formal training in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred.
• Passionate about fostering secure attachments.

Responsibilities

• Provide responsive, attentive care supporting each infant’s needs.
• Plan age-appropriate activities promoting sensory exploration.
• Build trusting relationships with families.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Nurturing

Education

CDA, Associate’s, or 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!

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