Lead Infant Teacher

Cincinnati Children's Office of Academic Affairs and Career Development; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 2,617,000 - 3,392,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children’s is seeking a full-time Early Education and Care professional to oversee developmentally appropriate programming, maintain documentation, and ensure regulatory compliance. The role requires collaboration with teachers, staff, and families to foster a safe, engaging learning environment.

You will lead classroom care, monitor child development, and contribute to organizational performance through evidence-based practices and clear reporting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Associate’s degree in early childhood.
• 3+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.
• Preferred: CDA.

Responsibilities

• Compliance - Maintain compliance with NAEYC code of ethics, city and state regulations and accreditation requirements governing early education and care programs. Continually update evidence binders and training as required. Accurately completes required CACFP documentation, follows rules for food service, and attends CACFP training as necessary.
• Oversight - Oversee the planning, implementation and communication of high quality, age-appropriate programming which addresses individual, small and large group needs. Maintain and demonstrate a high level of evidence based practice through program design, communication and work products.
• Documentation - Complete clear documentation and written reports that facilitate communication with parents, co-workers and regulatory agents including daily reports, lesson plans, newsletters, training evidence and professional development plans. Review and provide feedback to Teachers on all written communications and prepared materials.
• Organizational Performance - Participate in improving organizational performance through recommending areas or approaches for improvement activities, use of technology, performing new procedures, collecting data and providing input to department discussions.
• Assessment - Assess each child's development using progress reports, screening instruments, direct observation, information from families and other stake holders.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in early childhood

3+ years of work experience in a related job discipline

CDA

Job description

• Expected Starting Pay Range $19.82 - $24.62
• Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on‑call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

Primary Location

Children's for Children Daycare

Department

Early Education and Care

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Schedule

Full time

Weekly Hours

40

FTE

1

Employee Status

Regular

• Expected Starting Pay Range $19.82 - $24.62
• Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on‑call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

Job Responsibilities

• Compliance - Maintain compliance with NAEYC code of ethics, city and state regulations and accreditation requirements governing early education and care programs. Continually update evidence binders and training as required. Accurately completes required Child and Adult Care Food Program (or CACFP) documentation, follows rules for food service, and attends CACFP training as necessary.
• Oversight - Oversee the planning, implementation and communication of high quality, age-appropriate programming which addresses individual, small and large group needs. Maintain and demonstrate a high level of evidence based practice through program design, communication and work products. Oversee responsive, developmentally appropriate classroom care for guiding children's behavior and engagement, such as inquiry, redirection, verbalizing feelings, encouraging problem solving; and setting consistent limits to help children develop inner control.
• Documentation - Complete clear documentation and written reports that facilitate communication with parents, co-workers and regulatory agents including daily reports, lesson plans, newsletters, training evidence and professional development plans. Review and provide feedback to Teachers on all written communications and prepared materials. Use a variety of communication strategies to support constructive relationships by being accessible, approachable and engaged. Integrates family requests and traditions into classroom. Provide non-judgmental support for parents. Respond quickly to parent concerns. Conduct tours and orient new families to the program.
• Organizational Performance - Participate in improving organizational performance through recommending areas or approaches for improvement activities, use of technology, performing new procedures, collecting data and providing input to department discussions. Provide leadership, guidance and coaching to Teachers and volunteers. Contribute to probationary and annual reviews. Play an active role in maintaining budget targets by recommending purchases, staffing structures, and process efficiencies.
• Assessment - Assess each child's development using progress reports, screening instruments, direct observation, information from families and other stake holders. Oversee, coordinate, compile and communicate assessment information for the classroom. Link assessment information with success-oriented growth opportunities in all developmental domains.

Provide oversight of care and supervision in the classroom or childcare setting. Provides work direction to staff.

Job Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Associate's degree in early childhood
• 3+ years of work experience in a related job discipline
• Preferred: CDA

About Us

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.

Cincinnati Children's Is

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as atop 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
• Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH)Funding
• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
• One of the nation'sAmerica’s Most Innovative Companiesas noted by Fortune
• Consistently certified as great place to work
• A Leading Disability Employeras noted by theNational Organization on Disability
• Magnet designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

We Embrace Innovation - Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.

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Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability