Lead Infant Teacher

Your interest in this position and application is very important to us. We will respond to your application within one business day.

Our client is looking for a caring, nurturing, and professional full-time Lead Infant Teacher to join their premier preschool in Harrison, NJ. This is a wonderful opportunity for educators who love working with children and want to be part of a supportive school community that values early childhood education!

• This is a Direct Hire position with the school
• Full-Time; Monday-Friday; year-round employment

Open Positions

• Lead Infant Teacher: working with children 6 weeks to 18 months old and the shift will be 8:00am to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday 

Salary

• $23.00-$25.00/hour pending education, credentials, and professional Early Childhood Education experience

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employee Discount
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Professional Development Assistance
• Continuing Education Assistance
• Child Development Associate (CDA) Sponsorship

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for infants while fostering strong emotional and social connections
• Lead the planning and implementation of age-appropriate activities and curriculum that support infants’ cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development
• Create and maintain individualized educational portfolios and developmental documentation to track each child’s growth and progress
• Supervise, engage, and respond to infants’ individual needs while providing consistent routines and meaningful learning experiences
• Maintain a clean, organized, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment that promotes exploration and independence
• Monitor and ensure the health, safety, and overall well-being of each child in your care
• Communicate regularly and professionally with parents regarding their child’s daily experiences, development, milestones, and any concerns
• Take a leadership role in the classroom by supporting assistant teachers, modeling best practices, and maintaining consistency in routines and care
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to create a positive, supportive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities to strengthen teaching practices and stay current with best practices in early childhood education

Qualifications

• REQUIRED Education: Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification or a completed degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field
• REQUIRED Experience: 1 year in a licensed Early Childhood Education facility
• Must be at least 18-years-old
• Must meet background check eligibility
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations – for Infant and Young Toddler Teachers, must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

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