INFANT LEAD TEACHER

The Learning Experience - Highlands Ranch•Highlands Ranch, CO

2d•$22 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Infant Lead Teacher oversees the daily operations of the infant classrooms, ensuring exceptional care in a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment. The role provides leadership to teachers, supports classroom quality, and builds strong relationships with families. The position is at The Learning Experience – Highlands Ranch. The teacher supports daily classroom operations, teacher development, health and safety practices, family communication, and implementation of the infant curriculum. The role works with the Curriculum Coordinator and Center Director to maintain classroom quality.

Requirements

Previous experience working with infants in a licensed childcare setting.
Knowledge of infant development, safe sleep, feeding, and caregiving practices.
Familiarity with Colorado childcare licensing requirements.
Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
Must meet applicable Colorado childcare licensing and background check requirements.

Nice To Haves

Leadership or supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily infant classroom operations and maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment.
Ensure consistent routines, appropriate activities, and positive interactions with infants.
Lead by example and maintain high standards of care.
Guide, mentor, and support infant classroom teachers.
Assist with onboarding and training new team members.
Provide feedback and encourage teamwork, communication, and accountability.
Assist with classroom coverage while maintaining proper ratios and supervision.
Ensure compliance with Colorado childcare licensing regulations and TLE policies.
Monitor safe sleep, feeding, diapering, sanitation, and supervision practices.
Ensure accurate classroom documentation and promptly communicate safety concerns to management.
Build positive relationships with infant families.
Communicate daily updates and address parent questions or concerns.
Help families feel welcomed, informed, and confident in the care their children receive.
Support implementation of the TLE infant curriculum and age-appropriate learning activities.
Encourage teachers to provide engaging sensory, language, and developmental experiences.
Partner with the Curriculum Coordinator and Center Director to maintain classroom quality.