Infant Educator

What You'll Do

Job Summary:

The Lead Infant Teacher creates a warm, predictable, and nurturing environment where infants feel safe and secure. This teacher plays a vital role in supporting attachment, fostering developmental milestones, and partnering with families during a child’s first year of life.

Requirements

• Maintain a clean, calm, and organized classroom with age-appropriate toys, soft lighting, and safety-approved furnishings.
• Implement individualized care routines including feeding, diapering, tummy time, and rest, tailored to each infant’s needs.
• Facilitate developmental experiences such as reaching, grasping, rolling, babbling, and mirror play.
• Provide daily documentation for families, including updates on milestones, mood, and routines.
• Ensure a safe sleep environment that aligns with DHS and AAP safe sleep guidelines (e.g., no blankets, infants placed on backs, cribs labeled).
• Maintain consistent routines and responsive caregiving to support emotional security and trust.
• Engage in gentle communication, music, reading, and sensory exploration.

Classroom Expectations:

• Low ratios (1:4) and direct supervision at all times.
• Labeling of bottles, cribs, and diapering supplies.
• Daily sanitizing and documentation logs completed consistently.

Nice to Have

High school diploma or GED required

CDA in Infant/Toddler or TECTA Infant/Toddler completion required for Lead role

Minimum age: 21 years

One year of infant experience in a licensed center

Must pass fingerprint background check, physical, and TB screening

Benefits

• At Learning Ladder Academy, we don’t just invest in our children—we invest in our team. We believe that passionate, well-supported educators create the best learning environments. When you join our team, you become part of a family that values growth, teamwork, and the joy of early learning.
• Competitive Pay based on experience and education
• Paid Training & Professional Development including TECTA, CPR/First Aid, and ongoing ECE workshops
• Advancement Opportunities – grow into Lead, Mentor, or Administrative roles
• Classroom Curriculum Support – lesson plans, materials, and training provided
• Consistent Weekday Schedule – Monday to Friday, no nights or weekends
• Flexible Scheduling Options (Full-Time & Part-Time available)
• Paid Holidays after 90-day probation
• Time-Off Flexibility with advance notice for appointments, family needs, or school
• Supportive Leadership and open-door communication
• Team-Oriented Culture – we celebrate each other’s wins and work through challenges together
• Well-Equipped Classrooms with developmentally appropriate materials and supplies
• Clean, Safe, and Organized Facility – maintained to DHS, health, and safety standards
• Appreciation Events – staff luncheons, holiday parties, and teacher recognition gifts
• Free Childcare Tuition Discounts (limited availability for staff children)
• Beautiful New Location – modern classrooms and secure, kid-friendly spaces
• At Learning Ladder Academy, you’ll be valued, supported, and respected. We are committed to helping you grow professionally while making a difference in the lives of children and families every day.