Teacher- Infant

About the Role

Learn. Teach. Repeat. Be the Team. Deliver Excellence. We strive to be leaders in providing an educational and nurturing environment. This is a full‑time opportunity (typically 35–37 hours/week). All employees are eligible for benefits at 30 hours/week.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside Teacher Assistants to create a safe, healthy, structured, and nurturing environment.
• Engage with children in learning activities such as reading, playing, and having fun.
• Inspire children to become lifelong learners.
• Partner with families to nurture and care for their children.
• Use an electronic daily tracking app to showcase tech‑savvy skills.
• Assist with the accreditation process and other quality initiatives.
• Oversee, develop, implement, and coordinate curriculum and assessments.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with company match
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Child Care Discounts
• College Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical, Dental, and Vision health benefits
• Flexible Spending Account
• Training and professional development opportunities

Pay

$17–$23 per hour, based on education.

Schedule

Full‑time, typically 35–37 hours per week. Learning centers operate Monday‑Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience working with children in this age group (training provided for the right candidate).
• Warm, friendly personal demeanor.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Organized, able to prioritize and multitask.
• Team‑oriented and collaborative.
• Management/leadership abilities.
• Minimum: High school diploma (or equivalent) with college credits in Early Childhood Education or related field; college credits or an Associate’s degree preferred.
• At least 1 year working with children in this age group; 1 year in an early learning/child‑care setting preferred.
• Preferred certifications: Rhode Island Early Learning and Development Standards (RIELDS), Knowledge of Teaching Strategies and/or Conscious Discipline, CPR/First Aid.
• Physical ability to engage in exercise with children (walking, running, crawling, bending, twisting), visual and hearing acuity, and lift up to 40 lb.
• Must be 21 years of age or older, fluent in English (bilingual candidates encouraged).
• Successful completion of national criminal background/fingerprint check and Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) clearance.