Lead Teacher (Infant Room)

Hometown Health Center; Palmyra (ME); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hometown Health Center is seeking a compassionate Lead Teacher for the Infant Room in Palmyra, ME. This full-time professional role leads classroom operations, supports assistants, and partners with families to support infant growth and care.

Responsibilities include planning age-appropriate curriculum, maintaining a safe, nurturing environment, supervising staff, and communicating daily with families via Procare. The role requires licensing compliance, ongoing trainings, and DHHS requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• CDA, Maine-approved credential, or qualifying childcare/college experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Must pass DHHS background checks.
• Registered with Maine Roads to Quality or willing to become registered.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement age-appropriate curriculum for infants.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and nurturing classroom environment.
• Lead and support classroom staff.
• Communicate daily with families through the Procare app.
• Ensure compliance with licensing, health, and safety regulations.
• Participate in trainings, meetings, and DHHS requirements.

Skills

Infant care

Curriculum planning

Team leadership

Family communication

Education

CDA or Maine-approved credential

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

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Lead Teacher (Infant Room)

Full Time Professional Palmyra, ME, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1191

Hometown Health Center Childcare Program

Hometown Health Center is seeking a compassionate and dependable Infant Lead Teacher to create a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for infants. This role leads classroom operations, supports assistant teachers, and partners closely with families to support infant growth and care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement age-appropriate curriculum for infants
• Maintain a safe, clean, and nurturing classroom environment
• Lead and support classroom staff
• Communicate daily with families through the Procare app
• Ensure compliance with licensing, health, and safety regulations
• Participate in required trainings, meetings, and DHHS requirements

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• CDA, Maine-approved credential, or qualifying childcare/college experience
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• CPR/First Aid (or willingness to obtain)
• Must pass DHHS background checks
• Registered with Maine Roads to Quality or willing to become registered

Preferred:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Join a supportive childcare team dedicated to providing high-quality, family-centered infant care.