Lead Infant Teacher
The Goddard School of Springfield, IL, Owings Mills, MD, United States
Overview
Lead Infant Teacher responsibilities include implementing age-appropriate lesson plans and daily routines using the Wonder of Learning® curriculum, with a strong focus on infant development, sensory exploration, and responsive caregiving.
Responsibilities
Implement age-appropriate lesson plans and daily routines using the Wonder of Learning® curriculum, with a strong focus on infant development, sensory exploration, and responsive caregiving
Individualize care to meet each infant’s developmental needs, schedules, and milestones
Create and maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive infant classroom environment
Lead daily caregiving routines including feeding, diapering, naps, and play
Mentor and support Assistant Teachers and Resource Teachers
Family Communication
Build strong, trusting relationships with families
Communicate daily regarding feeding, sleep, milestones, and developmental progress
Health, Safety & Compliance
Ensure compliance with all state licensing regulations, health and safety standards, and Goddard policies
Maintain accurate classroom documentation and records
Assessment & Documentation
Observe, assess, and document infant development to guide instruction and share progress with families
Professional Growth & Collaboration
Participate in ongoing professional development and training
Collaborate positively with leadership and fellow educators
Positive Guidance
Model and implement positive, responsive caregiving and guidance strategies to support social-emotional development
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED
required
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education
preferred
1–2 years of experience working with infants in a licensed childcare setting preferred
Completion of state-required pre-service training
Strong communication and relationship-building skills with children, families, and team members
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Why Join Our Goddard School?
If you’re an energetic, nurturing educator looking for a supportive and professional environment, we’d love to meet you. Our School offers a premium early childhood education experience in a warm, state-of-the-art setting where teachers are valued and supported.
Apply today and help our littlest learners grow, thrive, and feel loved every day.
Compensation: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
This Is Your Moment
The joy of childhood comes from those bright sparks of discovery -- moments that delight and surprise us. Your career at The Goddard School can be just as exciting. For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have put each teacher at the heart of everything we do because teachers put each student at the heart of everything they do. The Goddard School trusts, empowers, and honors its exceptional educators. Develop your teaching skills in a vibrant and nurturing environment and make a difference in children\'s lives every day.
Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.
Benefits For You
Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor, LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each School, and the franchise owner(s) set their own compensation and benefit programs, which vary by location. Many locations offer benefits such as:
Paid Time Off
Medical insurance (health, dental, vision)
No nights, weekend and holiday schedules
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Lead Infant Teacher responsibilities include implementing age-appropriate lesson plans and daily routines using the Wonder of Learning® curriculum, with a strong focus on infant development, sensory exploration, and responsive caregiving.
Responsibilities
Implement age-appropriate lesson plans and daily routines using the Wonder of Learning® curriculum, with a strong focus on infant development, sensory exploration, and responsive caregiving
Individualize care to meet each infant’s developmental needs, schedules, and milestones
Create and maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive infant classroom environment
Lead daily caregiving routines including feeding, diapering, naps, and play
Mentor and support Assistant Teachers and Resource Teachers
Family Communication
Build strong, trusting relationships with families
Communicate daily regarding feeding, sleep, milestones, and developmental progress
Health, Safety & Compliance
Ensure compliance with all state licensing regulations, health and safety standards, and Goddard policies
Maintain accurate classroom documentation and records
Assessment & Documentation
Observe, assess, and document infant development to guide instruction and share progress with families
Professional Growth & Collaboration
Participate in ongoing professional development and training
Collaborate positively with leadership and fellow educators
Positive Guidance
Model and implement positive, responsive caregiving and guidance strategies to support social-emotional development
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED
required
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education
preferred
1–2 years of experience working with infants in a licensed childcare setting preferred
Completion of state-required pre-service training
Strong communication and relationship-building skills with children, families, and team members
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Why Join Our Goddard School?
If you’re an energetic, nurturing educator looking for a supportive and professional environment, we’d love to meet you. Our School offers a premium early childhood education experience in a warm, state-of-the-art setting where teachers are valued and supported.
Apply today and help our littlest learners grow, thrive, and feel loved every day.
Compensation: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
This Is Your Moment
The joy of childhood comes from those bright sparks of discovery -- moments that delight and surprise us. Your career at The Goddard School can be just as exciting. For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have put each teacher at the heart of everything we do because teachers put each student at the heart of everything they do. The Goddard School trusts, empowers, and honors its exceptional educators. Develop your teaching skills in a vibrant and nurturing environment and make a difference in children\'s lives every day.
Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.
Benefits For You
Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor, LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each School, and the franchise owner(s) set their own compensation and benefit programs, which vary by location. Many locations offer benefits such as:
Paid Time Off
Medical insurance (health, dental, vision)
No nights, weekend and holiday schedules
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