Lead Infant Teacher

The Goddard School of Springfield, IL; Owings Mills (MD); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical insurance (health, dental, vision)

No nights, weekends, and holiday schedules

Job summary

A leading early childhood education provider is seeking a Lead Infant Teacher for their Owings Mills location. Responsibilities include implementing age-appropriate lesson plans and creating a nurturing classroom environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma and preferably an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, along with strong relationship-building skills. The role offers compensation of $15.00 - $20.00 per hour and various benefits including paid time off and medical insurance.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience working with infants in a licensed childcare setting preferred.
• Completion of state-required pre-service training.

Responsibilities

• Implement age-appropriate lesson plans and daily routines using the Wonder of Learning® curriculum.
• Create and maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive infant classroom environment.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with families.

Skills

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

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

Job description

Overview

Lead Infant Teacher responsibilities include implementing age-appropriate lesson plans and daily routines using the Wonder of Learning® curriculum, with a strong focus on infant development, sensory exploration, and responsive caregiving.

Responsibilities

• Implement age-appropriate lesson plans and daily routines using the Wonder of Learning® curriculum, with a strong focus on infant development, sensory exploration, and responsive caregiving
• Individualize care to meet each infant’s developmental needs, schedules, and milestones
• Create and maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive infant classroom environment
• Lead daily caregiving routines including feeding, diapering, naps, and play
• Mentor and support Assistant Teachers and Resource Teachers

Family Communication

• Build strong, trusting relationships with families
• Communicate daily regarding feeding, sleep, milestones, and developmental progress

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all state licensing regulations, health and safety standards, and Goddard policies
• Maintain accurate classroom documentation and records

Assessment & Documentation

• Observe, assess, and document infant development to guide instruction and share progress with families

Professional Growth & Collaboration

• Participate in ongoing professional development and training
• Collaborate positively with leadership and fellow educators

Positive Guidance

• Model and implement positive, responsive caregiving and guidance strategies to support social-emotional development

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education preferred
• 1–2 years of experience working with infants in a licensed childcare setting preferred
• Completion of state-required pre-service training
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with children, families, and team members
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Why Join Our Goddard School?

If you’re an energetic, nurturing educator looking for a supportive and professional environment, we’d love to meet you. Our School offers a premium early childhood education experience in a warm, state-of-the-art setting where teachers are valued and supported.

Apply today and help our littlest learners grow, thrive, and feel loved every day. 💛

Compensation: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

This Is Your Moment

The joy of childhood comes from those bright sparks of discovery -- moments that delight and surprise us. Your career at The Goddard School can be just as exciting. For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have put each teacher at the heart of everything we do because teachers put each student at the heart of everything they do. The Goddard School trusts, empowers, and honors its exceptional educators. Develop your teaching skills in a vibrant and nurturing environment and make a difference in children\'s lives every day.

Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.

Benefits For You

Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor, LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each School, and the franchise owner(s) set their own compensation and benefit programs, which vary by location. Many locations offer benefits such as:

• Paid Time Off
• Medical insurance (health, dental, vision)
• No nights, weekend and holiday schedules