Lead Infant Teacher

Catholic Charities; Cape Elizabeth (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted childcare 50%

Five weeks paid leave

Six agency holidays

Medical plans

Dental & Vision insurance

401(k) agency contribution

Life and long-term disability

Wellness reimbursement

EAP

Voluntary accident & critical illness

Bereavement Leave

Job summary

St. Elizabeth's Child Development Center in Cape Elizabeth, ME, seeks a full-time Lead Infant Teacher to lead a classroom of infants 0-12 months at our brand-new facility on the campus of St. Bartholomew's Church.

You will plan curriculum, provide responsive care, create engaging experiences, and document development using Teaching Strategies GOLD, while collaborating with families and staff. Benefits include 50% childcare discount, five weeks of earned leave, six agency holidays, comprehensive

Qualifications

• CPR/First Aid certification is required or must be obtained.
• Associates or Bachelors in Early Childhood Education preferred for lead classroom roles.
• Certificate in Child Development acceptable for qualification upgrade.

Responsibilities

• Lead the infant classroom, including curriculum planning and daily routines.
• Provide responsive, nurturing care aligned with infants' cues and milestones.
• Create developmentally appropriate activities based on infants' interests and emerging skills.
• Maintain a safe, warm, inclusive learning environment.
• Document children's development using Teaching Strategies GOLD or similar.

Skills

Infant care

Curriculum planning

Family collaboration

Education

Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Certificate in Child Development

Tools

CPR/First Aid Certification

Job description

Are you passionate about early childhood education and ready to make a lasting impact? St. Elizabeth's Child Development Center, a 5-Star Quality Rated Childcare Center, is seeking a Full-Time Lead Infant Teacher to join our caring and professional team!

About the Role:

We're looking for a nurturing, responsive, and enthusiastic educator to lead a classroom of infants ages 0-12 months at our brand-new, purpose-built facility in Cape Elizabeth, located at 6 Two Lights Road (on the campus of St. Bartholomew's Church). The new space includes:

• Classrooms and outdoor playgrounds tailored to each age group
• A bright, modern environment that reflects our commitment to child-centered learning

Why St. Elizabeth's?

With nearly 50 years of experience in holistic, play-based early childhood education, we celebrate every child's individuality and foster a nurturing, inclusive environment. Our teachers are the heart of our program, and we deeply value the creativity, care, and commitment they bring each day.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the infant classroom, including curriculum planning and daily classroom routines
• Provide responsive, nurturing care that supports each infant's individual needs, cues, and developmental milestones
• Create engaging, developmentally appropriate experiences based on infants' interests and emerging skills
• Maintain a safe, warm, and inclusive learning environment
• Document children's development and learning using Teaching Strategies GOLD or a similar assessment system
• Collaborate with fellow educators, families, and administrators and supervise support staff as assigned

Compensation & Benefits:

• 50% Discounted Childcare for your own children (private pay only)
• Five (5) Weeks of Earned Paid Leave in your first year
• Six (6) Paid Agency Holidays
• Comprehensive Medical Plans - choose from 3 options
• Dental & Vision Insurance Options
• 401(k) Agency Contribution
• Employer-Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Wellness Reimbursement (up to $100/year) + coaching & wellness support
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness Insurance with Health Screening Benefit
• Bereavement Leave

Pay Range:

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour, based on MRTQ Career Lattice level

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Qualifications:

• Preferred: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field
• Accepted: Certificate in Child Development
• If not certified, must be willing to pursue certification
• Must maintain CPR/First Aid Certification and complete Maine Early Learning Guidelines Training