Early Childhood - Infant Teacher
About This Role
Bright Beginnings Learning Academy is seeking a caring, creative, and experienced Lead Teacher for our Infant program (ages 4-18 months). This role requires hands-on classroom leadership, curriculum implementation, and a strong passion for early childhood development.
The Teacher is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the classroom's day-to-day operations.
Teachers must understand children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development to ensure a safe, stimulating classroom environment in which children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed.
The Teacher must be skilled at communicating with both children and adults to meet children's needs, effectively guiding teacher assistants and resolving parental concerns.
We are always accepting applications for this role.
What You'll Do
- Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards
- Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.
- Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive, and emotional growth.
- Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
- Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
- Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards, and the safety and security of children.
- Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene, and safety standards.
- Maintain accurate records, forms, and files.
- Maintain a personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of professional child care experience.
- Experience with infants (ages 4-18 months)
- Infant/Toddler or Preschool CDA
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
- High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
- A strong understanding of child development.
- Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
- Must clear a full background check.
- Requirements include the ability to take frequent walks, use hands and fingers, handle objects, and hear and speak at many levels. May also be required to kneel, bend, squat, or crawl.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Nice to Have
- Associates' or Bachelor’s degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education
- Infant/Toddler or Preschool CDA, or willing to work toward certification.
- Spanish language skills
- Supervisory experience
- Highly organized and strong multitasking abilities
Benefits
About Bright Beginnings Learning Academy - Reino Magico Child Care
Bright Beginnings Learning Academy - Reino Magico Child Care is a warm, caring early childhood program committed to nurturing young children's growth and development through engaging activities and meaningful relationships.
We deeply value our dedicated educators and strive to create a supportive, collaborative environment where both children and staff can thrive and feel inspired.
Common Questions
What is the education required for this position?
At least a high school diploma or equivalent
What does this position pay?
This Early Childhood - Infant Teacher role pays $17 to $19/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Full Time.
Where is Bright Beginnings Learning Academy - Reino Magico Child Care located?
Bright Beginnings Learning Academy - Reino Magico Child Care is located at 498 Central Avenue, Jersey City, NJ