Lead Infant Teacher
The Goddard School · Stirling, NJ · Yesterday
On-siteTraining$19–$22/hrFull-time
Benefits
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Free food & snacks
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- Company parties
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunity for advancement
- 401(k) matching
Responsibilities
- Create and implement developmentally appropriate plans aligned to infant/toddler milestones
- Build a safe, nurturing, and responsive classroom environment for children and families
- Support social-emotional, cognitive, language, and motor development through meaningful routines and play
- Observe and document child progress; communicate clearly and warmly with families
- Maintain a clean, organized classroom that encourages exploration and discovery
- Collaborate with teaching teammates and leadership to ensure consistency and support
- Follow all health, safety, and licensing regulations and school policies
- Participate in ongoing training, professional development, and coaching
Qualifications
- A genuine love for working with infants and toddlers
- 2+ years experience in an infant/toddler classroom (lead experience preferred)
- Degree in Early Childhood Education (or related field) and/or CDA
- CPR/First Aid certified (or able to obtain quickly if needed)
- Strong knowledge of child development and best practices
- Excellent communication, organization, and teamwork skills
- Positive, dependable, growth-minded attitude