Infant INS

The Learning Experience•Wayne, NJ

11d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Learning Experience is seeking an experienced and nurturing Lead Infant Teacher to create a classroom environment where babies feel safe, loved, engaged, and ready to explore. This role involves building strong relationships with families, leading the daily rhythm of the classroom, implementing the infant curriculum, and working with a leadership team dedicated to the growth of both children and teachers. The position offers opportunities for professional growth within early childhood education and leadership, and the chance to celebrate significant developmental milestones of infants.

Requirements

Is at least 18 years old
Has a High School Diploma or GED
Meets all New Jersey requirements for the position
Has previous childcare experience, with infant classroom experience strongly preferred
Has demonstrated experience leading or taking ownership of a classroom
Meets applicable INS requirements
Can communicate professionally and confidently with families
Understands infant developmental milestones and developmentally appropriate practice
Can remain calm, patient, attentive, and engaged throughout the day
Is dependable, collaborative, and ready to be an active member of the center team
Meets required state and federal health, safety, training, physical, and employment requirements
Standing and walking for extended periods
Safely lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds
Reaching and stretching with hands and arms
Stooping, kneeling, crouching, and getting up and down from the floor
Climbing or balancing as required for job duties
Using a stool or ladder when necessary
Maintaining the physical and mental alertness necessary for active supervision
Participating in outdoor activities throughout the year, with temperatures potentially ranging from approximately 20°F with wind chill to 95°F

Nice To Haves

ECE coursework or credentials preferred

Responsibilities

Lead your classroom by creating a warm, organized, engaging environment where infants can safely explore, learn, and grow.
Bring our L.E.A.P. Curriculum® to life through age-appropriate experiences supporting language, sensory exploration, motor development, social-emotional growth, and early cognitive skills.
Individualize care by respecting each child's developmental stage and daily needs while maintaining a consistent classroom routine.
Keep safety at the center of everything you do, including active supervision, sanitation, safe sleep practices, feeding, diapering, and classroom organization.
Build trusting relationships with families through warm, professional communication and regular updates about their child's day, development, and milestones.
Lead by example for other educators through professionalism, collaboration, consistency, and strong classroom practices.
Partner with center leadership and your teaching team to create an exceptional experience for children and families.
Actively engaged with children throughout the day, including feeding, bottle preparation, diapering, dressing, grooming, soothing, floor play, facilitating developmental activities, cleaning and sanitizing classroom materials, and supervising children by both sight and sound.