Lead Infant Teacher

ServingSchools; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% Discounted Childcare for your own

Five Weeks Paid Leave in first year

Six Paid Agency Holidays

Medical Plans – 3 options

Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Agency Contribution

Life and Long-Term Disability

Wellness Reimbursement + coaching

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness

Bereavement Leave

Job summary

St. Elizabeth’s Child Development Center, a 5-Star Quality Rated childcare center, is seeking a Full-Time Lead Infant Teacher to lead a classroom of infants aged 0–12 months at our brand-new facility in Cape Elizabeth.

The role includes curriculum planning, documentation, and collaboration with families and staff. The position offers a Monday–Friday schedule, competitive hourly pay, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Preferred: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or 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.

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

Skills

Curriculum planning

Infant care

Observation & documentation

Parent/teacher collaboration

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Certificate in Child Development

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