Early Childhood Infant Lead Teacher

Akiba Yavneh Academy • Dallas, TX

12d

About The Position

Akiba Yavneh Academy, a Modern Orthodox Jewish Day School, is seeking a warm, attentive, and experienced Infant Room Lead Teacher to join its Early Childhood team. The ideal candidate will provide a nurturing, developmentally appropriate environment that promotes the healthy growth of each infant—emotionally, socially, cognitively, and physically—within a values-driven, family-oriented school community.

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (preferred).
• Infant/Toddler CDA, Early Childhood teaching certification, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 1–2 years working in an infant or toddler classroom setting.
• Familiarity with responsive caregiving and child-led learning philosophies.
• Ability to lift, carry, and care for infants in accordance with licensing and safety guidelines.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and observation skills.
• Commitment to building relationships with children, families, and colleagues.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Jewish values and traditions is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, loving, and predictable environment where infants feel secure and supported.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities that support early developmental milestones.
• Foster meaningful connections with each child, responding to individual needs and cues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom that meets licensing and health standards.
• Communicate daily with families regarding routines, developmental updates, and special moments.
• Supervise and guide assistant teachers in classroom routines and best caregiving practices.
• Monitor and document children’s growth, behaviors, and progress using observation tools.
• Partner with Early Childhood leadership to maintain alignment with the school’s mission and vision.
• Participate actively in professional learning, team meetings, and school-wide initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree