Lead Infant Teacher

Chesterbrook Academy • Champaign, IL

11d

About The Position

Chesterbrook Academy is seeking a loving and attentive Lead Infant Teacher for its infant program. The program provides a safe, nurturing environment where infants can explore, grow, and reach developmental milestones while feeling secure and supported. The teacher provides responsive classroom care, supports each child’s individual needs and early learning, communicates with families, and collaborates with the teaching team to maintain consistent routines and meet licensing standards.

Requirements

• Must be at least 19 years old and meet state licensing requirements.
• Must have a CDA, an associate or bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, or at least 60 college credits, including 6 credits in Early Childhood or Child Development.
• Have a nurturing personality, patience, flexibility, and a genuine love for working with babies.
• Be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a licensed childcare center is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide a warm, responsive, and engaging classroom experience that supports each child’s individual needs.
• Build trusting relationships with families through daily communication and care updates.
• Create a safe and stimulating classroom environment that supports infants’ curiosity, confidence, development, and early learning skills.
• Collaborate with the teaching team to maintain consistent routines, meet licensing standards, and uphold the school’s commitment to excellence.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits.
• Professional growth and training opportunities.
• Supportive, team-focused work environment.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in children’s earliest years of learning.

What This Job Offers

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