Lead Infant Teacher

Chesterbrook-Academy; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,893,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Professional growth and training

Supportive, team-focused environment

Impact on children's earliest years

Job summary

Chesterbrook Academy seeks a loving Lead Infant Teacher to join our team, Monday through Friday 7:30am-4:30pm. The infant program provides a safe, nurturing environment where babies can explore, grow, and achieve milestones with support from a dedicated staff.

You will build strong relationships with families, create engaging activities, and maintain a consistent routine that aligns with licensing standards and our commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 19 years old and meet state licensing requirements.
• Prior experience in a licensed childcare center.
• CDA, or AA degree/Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education or at least 60 credits with 6 credits in Early Childhood/Child Development.
• Nurturing personality with patience, flexibility, and a love for working with babies.

Responsibilities

• Provide a warm, responsive, and engaging classroom experience that supports each child’s needs.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with families through daily communication and care updates.
• Create a safe and stimulating classroom environment where infants can develop curiosity and early learning skills.
• Collaborate with the teaching team to maintain routines and uphold licensing standards.

Skills

Infant care

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

AA in ECE

60 credits in ECE/Child Dev

Job description

Chesterbrook Academy is seeking a loving and attentive Lead Infant Teacher to join our team Monday through Friday 7:30am-4:30pm. Our infant program provides a safe, nurturing environment where the youngest learners can explore, grow, and reach important developmental milestones — all while feeling secure and supported.

As an Infant Teacher, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Provide a warm, responsive, and engaging classroom experience that supports each child’s individual needs.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with families through daily communication and care updates.
• Create a safe and stimulating classroom environment where infants can develop curiosity, confidence, and early learning skills.
• Collaborate with your teaching team to maintain consistent routines, meet licensing standards, and uphold our school’s commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 19 years old and meet state licensing requirements.
• Prior experience in a licensed childcare center.
• Must have CDA, or AA degree/Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education or at least 60 credits with 6 credits in Early Childhood/Child Development
• A nurturing personality with patience, flexibility, and a genuine love for working with babies.

• Authorization to work in the United States

Why Join Chesterbrook Academy

• Competitive pay and benefits.
• Professional growth and training opportunities.
• Supportive, team-focused work environment.
• A chance to make a meaningful impact in children’s earliest years of learning.

If you’re ready to create a loving, enriching environment where infants can thrive — and to help us continue developing the best schools and educators in America—