Lead Infant Teacher

The Goddard School; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Goddard School located at Cary, NC is seeking an experienced Lead Infant Teacher to join our team. This full-time role runs Monday-Friday, 9am–6pm, with a focus on responsive caregiving and building strong family partnerships.

You will partner with experienced staff, implement Wonder of Learning curriculum, document milestones, communicate with families, and ensure health and safety compliance. The school offers competitive pay based on credentials, 401(k) matching, and health/dental/vision

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in licensed childcare centers, preschools, daycares, or early learning programs.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with children, families, and colleagues.
• Ability to independently lead a classroom and meet NC Qualifying Letter requirements.
• Must meet North Carolina childcare licensing requirements and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, nurturing classroom for infants.
• Support infants' physical, social-emotional, language, cognitive, and sensory development.
• Implement age-appropriate learning experiences using The Goddard School curriculum.
• Observe and document developmental milestones and daily activities.
• Maintain individualized feeding, sleeping, and care routines.
• Communicate regularly with families and collaborate with leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Classroom management

Infant care

Education

NC Qualifying Letter eligibility

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Join a Preschool That Values Exceptional Educators

The Goddard School® located at 2385 Kildaire Farm Road Cary, NC 27518 is seeking an experienced and nurturing Lead Infant Teacher to join our team.

We are looking for an experienced Lead Teacher, Infant Teacher, Preschool Teacher, Early Childhood Teacher, or Childcare Teacher who understands the importance of responsive caregiving, strong family partnerships, and creating a safe, loving environment where infants can thrive.

This position is ideal for a teacher who enjoys building trusting relationships with children and families while supporting each infant's individual developmental journey.

We believe exceptional teachers deserve to be recognized and rewarded. We offer competitive compensation and are committed to investing in educators who bring strong credentials, professionalism, and a passion for providing outstanding early childhood education.

Position Details

• Full-Time, Monday-Friday, No Nights or Weekends
• Typical Shift: 9 to 6

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive Pay Based on Education, Credentials, NC Education Points, and Experience
• Monthly Performance Bonus Opportunities
• Employer Contribution Toward Health Insurance
• Free Vision and Dental Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Professional Development
• Supportive Leadership Team
• Growth and Advancement Opportunities
• Consistent Full-Time Schedule

Who We're Looking For

The ideal candidate:

• Has at least 2 years of experience in a licensed childcare center, preschool, daycare, or early learning program
• Meets North Carolina Lead Teacher qualifications
• Has 7+ NC Education Points preferred
• Understands infant development and developmentally appropriate practices
• Demonstrates strong classroom leadership and organization skills
• Builds positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Is dependable, professional, and committed to excellence in early childhood education
• Creates nurturing, responsive relationships that promote infant growth and development

Key Responsibilities

• Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment for infants
• Support infants' physical, social-emotional, language, cognitive, and sensory development
• Implement age-appropriate learning experiences using The Goddard School's Wonder of Learning® curriculum
• Observe and document developmental milestones and daily activities
• Maintain individualized feeding, sleeping, and care routines
• Communicate regularly and professionally with families
• Collaborate with teaching partners and school leadership
• Maintain compliance with all health, safety, sanitation, and licensing requirements

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Teacher, Infant Teacher, Preschool Teacher, Childcare Teacher, or Early Childhood Educator in a licensed childcare center, daycare, preschool, or early learning program
• Experience caring for infants in a group care setting
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to independently lead a classroom
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a valid NC Qualifying Letter
• Must meet all North Carolina childcare licensing requirements
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds in connection with the care of children

Preferred

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, or a related field
• CDA Credential
• North Carolina Early Childhood Credential
• 7+ NC Education Points preferred
• Previous Lead Teacher experience
• Experience working in an infant classroom

Compensation

Compensation is based on education, credentials, NC Early Childhood Education points, relevant experience, and demonstrated classroom leadership.

Highly qualified candidates with 7+ NC Education Points, CDA credentials, Early Childhood Education coursework or degrees, and successful Lead Teacher experience in a licensed childcare setting may qualify for the top end of our pay range.

We recognize and reward educators who bring expertise, professionalism, strong family relationships, and a commitment to providing exceptional early childhood education.

Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.