Lead Infant Teacher - Full-Time, Growth-Focused Classroom

The Goddard School; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Goddard School located at Cary, NC is seeking an experienced Lead Infant Teacher to join our team. This full-time role runs Monday-Friday, 9am–6pm, with a focus on responsive caregiving and building strong family partnerships.

You will partner with experienced staff, implement Wonder of Learning curriculum, document milestones, communicate with families, and ensure health and safety compliance. The school offers competitive pay based on credentials, 401(k) matching, and health/dental/vision

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in licensed childcare centers, preschools, daycares, or early learning programs.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with children, families, and colleagues.
• Ability to independently lead a classroom and meet NC Qualifying Letter requirements.
• Must meet North Carolina childcare licensing requirements and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, nurturing classroom for infants.
• Support infants' physical, social-emotional, language, cognitive, and sensory development.
• Implement age-appropriate learning experiences using The Goddard School curriculum.
• Observe and document developmental milestones and daily activities.
• Maintain individualized feeding, sleeping, and care routines.
• Communicate regularly with families and collaborate with leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Classroom management

Infant care

Education

NC Qualifying Letter eligibility

Job description

The Goddard School located at Cary, NC is seeking an experienced Lead Infant Teacher to join our team. This full-time role runs Monday-Friday, 9am–6pm, with a focus on responsive caregiving and building strong family partnerships.

You will partner with experienced staff, implement Wonder of Learning curriculum, document milestones, communicate with families, and ensure health and safety compliance. The school offers competitive pay based on credentials, 401(k) matching, and health/dental/vision