Lead Infant Teacher

The Learning Experience - Staten Island, NY; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Job summary

The Learning Experience is hiring a Lead Infant Teacher at our Staten Island, NY location to lead a classroom for infants aged 6 weeks to 12 months. You will implement curriculum, maintain a safe and engaging classroom, and communicate with families while guiding Assistant Teachers.

Requirements include an Early Childhood Associate degree or pursuing a Bachelor’s/Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, at least 18 years old, and prior childcare experience.

Qualifications

• Must have an Early Childhood Associate degree or be on a study plan to obtain a Bachelor's or Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Previous childcare/early childhood education experience required.
• Classroom leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with children and families.
• Plan age-appropriate learning and play experiences.
• Support children's social, emotional, language, cognitive, and physical development.
• Encourage curiosity, independence, communication, and confidence.
• Lead the daily operation of your classroom and guide Assistant Teachers.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Early Childhood degree or study plan

Job description

Benefits:

• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off

Location: St. George, Staten Island (located right next to the St. George Ferry and Bus Terminal as well as the Staten Island Railroad!)

Pay: 20.00-24.00 based on experience and qualifications

Job Type: Full Time Position.

Schedule: 8-5 or 9-6. Flexibility for students who are enrolled in a study plan towards an Early Childhood Education bachelor's/associates or a related field.

The Learning Experience is hiring a Lead Infant Teacher to lead a classroom and support the learning and development of infants ages 6 weeks to 12 months

The Lead Teacher implements curriculum, maintains a safe and engaging classroom, communicates with families, and provides guidance to Assistant Teachers.

What You'll Do

Inspires Happiness

Create a classroom where children feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.

• Build positive relationships with children and families
• Plan age-appropriate learning and play experiences
• Support children's social, emotional, language, cognitive, and physical development
• Encourage curiosity, independence, communication, and confidence

Takes Ownership

Lead the daily operation of your classroom.

• Plan and organize classroom activities, routines, and transitions
• Maintain required lesson plans, observations, assessments, and records
• Monitor individual children's needs and development
• Maintain an organized and prepared classroom
• Guide and support Assistant Teachers

Builds Trust

Develop strong relationships with families and your teaching team.

• Communicate with families about their child's day, development, and progress
• Respond to family questions professionally
• Work collaboratively with teachers and center leadership
• Model positive classroom practices and teamwork
• Support and mentor developing teachers

Drives Operational Excellence

Provide consistent, high-quality early childhood education.

• Implement TLE's L.E.A.P. Curriculum®
• Adapt activities to children's ages, abilities, and developmental needs
• Follow state childcare licensing, health, safety, and supervision requirements
• Maintain required classroom ratios and active supervision
• Support children's daily care needs, including feeding, diapering, and toileting as appropriate
• Participate in required training and professional development

Elevates the Brand

Represent The Learning Experience and provide a positive experience for families.

• Maintain TLE classroom and curriculum standards
• Help families understand their child's learning and classroom experience
• Support family engagement and center activities
• Create a professional and welcoming classroom environment

Qualifications

• MUST HAVE AN EARLY CHILDHOOD ASSOCIATES OR ON A STUDY PLAN TO OBTAIN A BACHELOR'S OR ASSOCIATES DEGREE IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION OR A RELATED FIELD. THIS IS A CITY REQUIREMENT!
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Previous childcare, daycare, preschool, or early childhood education experience required
• Classroom leadership experience preferred
• Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organization skills
• Must meet applicable state licensing, background screening, health, and training requirements

Physical Requirements

This active classroom role requires the ability to supervise children by sight and sound; stand, walk, bend, kneel, and sit on the floor; participate in indoor and outdoor activities; and safely lift up to 40 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be available.