Lead Infant Teacher

PLAYTO LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K

Paid time off

Job summary

PLAYTO LLC in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a Lead Teacher to shape early developmental experiences for infants and toddlers. You will design hands-on curricula aligned with milestones to foster physical, emotional, social, and cognitive growth.

You will lead the classroom team, oversee assistants, and document each child’s progress while maintaining a safe environment in compliance with licensing and health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of child developmental milestones and best practices in care and education.
• Ability to design and implement age-appropriate curricula.
• Experience mentoring assistants and staff.
• Familiarity with NYC and NYS infant care regulations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans for infants.
• Supervise and mentor assistant teachers and support staff.
• Monitor and document each child's developmental progress.
• Maintain a safe, clean, welcoming classroom complying with health and safety regulations.
• Engage with families to share observations and involve them in learning.
• Ensure licensing compliance and participate in ongoing professional development.

Skills

Child development milestones

Responsive caregiving

Team leadership

Education

Associate’s Degree in ECE

CDA + study plan

High school diploma + 9 college credits

Alternative Experience Track (5 years in licensed program)

Job description

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Brooklyn, NY, US

Salary Range: $24.50 To $29.00 Hourly

About the Role:

The Lead Teacher plays a pivotal role in shaping the early developmental experiences within an educational setting. This position creates a nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment that supports children's physical, emotional, social, and cognitive growth. The Lead Teacher leads the classroom team by designing and implementing age-appropriate curricula that align with developmental milestones and educational standards with an engaging and hands-on approach. Ultimately, the Lead Teacher fosters a foundation for lifelong learning and well-being by promoting positive interactions and responsive caregiving practices.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree: Hold an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or a closely related field OR
• CDA + Study Plan: Hold a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential and be enrolled in a study plan leading to an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education OR
• College Credits + Experience: Have a high school diploma/GED, at least 9 college credits in early childhood education or child development, 2 years of experience caring for children, and a formal study plan leading to a degree/further credits OR
• Alternative Experience Track: Have a high school diploma/GED and at least 5 years of verified experience working in a permitted infant/toddler child care program.
• Knowledge of child developmental milestones and best practices in care and education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with NYC, and NYS state regulations governing infant care and early childhood education.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans and activities tailored to infants' needs and interests.
• Supervise and mentor assistant teachers and support staff within the classroom to maintain high-quality care and education.
• Monitor and document each child's developmental progress, adjusting care and learning strategies accordingly.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming classroom environment that complies with all health and safety regulations.
• Engage with families regularly to share observations, provide guidance, and support their involvement in their child’s early learning.
• Ensure compliance with licensing requirements and participate in ongoing professional development.

Why Us?

A supportive, collaborative environment where you can grow your skills AND career! We offer a competitive salary, health benefits, 401K, paid time off and an incredible, supportive team!