Lead Infant Teacher

Chesterbrook Academy • Wheaton, IL

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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 care and learning experiences tailored to each child, builds trusting relationships with families through daily communication and care updates, and collaborates with the teaching team to maintain consistent routines, meet licensing standards, and uphold the school’s commitment to excellence.

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 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide a warm, responsive, and engaging classroom experience that supports each child’s individual needs.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with families through daily communication and care updates.
• Create a safe and stimulating classroom environment where infants can develop curiosity, confidence, 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