Lead Infant Teacher

Brightstars; Cranston (RI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A child care provider in Cranston, Rhode Island, is looking for a Lead Infant Teacher to create a nurturing environment for infants aged 6 weeks to 18 months. The role involves classroom planning, modeling best practices for staff, and ensuring compliance with all licensing standards. Candidates should have a high school diploma, at least 2 years of experience with infants, and CPR/First Aid certification. The position seeks effective communication with families and requires the ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience working with infants in an early learning setting.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).

Responsibilities

• Create and implement a nurturing, safe, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for infants.
• Lead classroom planning and model best practices for support staff.
• Maintain strong communication with families and ensure all licensing and program standards are met or exceeded.

Skills

Experience with infants

Communication skills

Ability to lift up to 40 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

BrightStars helps families in Rhode Island access QUALITY child care, early learning, and school-age programs. We help child care providers learn about best practices in early learning and apply them to the care children receive. We recognize program quality and give parents information to make choices about their children’s care and education.

Position Description

The Lead Infant Teacher is responsible for creating and implementing a nurturing, safe, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for infants ages 6 weeks to 18 months. This role leads classroom planning, models best practices for support staff, maintains strong communication with families, and ensures that all licensing and program standards are met or exceeded.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of experience working with infants in an early learning setting.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Ability to lift and carry infants and classroom materials (up to ~40 lbs).

How To Apply

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Other Information

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Where Do Applicants Need to Apply?

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Program Details

Program Name: Learning Brooke ECEC Program
Address: 1170 Pontiac Ave. Cranston RI 02920

Program Name: A Child’s University Program
Address: 695 Park Ave Cranston RI 02910

Program Name: Barrington Early Childhood Center Program
Address: 27 College Lane Barrington RI 02806