Infant Lead Teacher

The Learning Experience • Montgomery Village, MD

19h • Onsite

About The Position

The Learning Experience – Gaithersburg is seeking a caring and experienced Lead Infant Teacher to join our opening team. This role supports children during their earliest stages of development by creating a calm, responsive classroom environment that encourages bonding, sensory exploration, and early communication. As part of a new center opening, this position offers the opportunity to help shape classroom culture and establish strong routines from day one.

Requirements

• Infant/Toddler qualified under Maryland childcare regulations preferred
• High school diploma required (ECE coursework or CDA a plus)
• Prior infant classroom experience strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of responsive caregiving and infant development
• Reliable, collaborative, and nurturing teaching approach

Responsibilities

• Lead daily routines for infants ages 6 weeks to 12 months
• Provide attentive care including feeding, diapering, and nap supervision
• Create a nurturing environment that supports early development and security
• Plan and implement age-appropriate sensory learning activities
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment
• Communicate regularly with families about routines and developmental progress
• Support assistant teachers and help establish consistent classroom structure
• Ensure compliance with Maryland licensing requirements and center policies

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees