Infant Toddler Lead Teacher

We are a non-profit school dedicated to providing high-quality early childhood education to families in Maryland. Our mission is to create a nurturing environment that fosters the growth and development of young children.

We are seeking a qualified Lead Teacher to join our Infant and Toddler programs at one of our campuses. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a safe and engaging learning environment for children aged 6 weeks to 24 months.

• Develop and implement a creative and age-appropriate curriculum to meet the educational needs and interests of infant and toddler children.
• Supervise and ensure the health, welfare, and safety of all students in the classroom.
• Support the physical, socio-emotional, and developmental needs of each child in the classroom.
• Demonstrate effective leadership among the classroom team and communicate positively with children, families, colleagues, and community.
• Manage the classroom to foster a consistent, safe, and positive learning environment for all students and staff.

• A minimum of 1-3 years of relevant experience in early childhood education.
• MSDE 90hr Infant/Toddler Certification or CDA Certification with the Infant/Toddler Endorsement.
• Excellent understanding of child development principles and instructional strategies.
• Strong knowledge of MSDE regulations.
• A warm, friendly, and cool-tempered demeanor.
• Proficient technological skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including grammar and reading skills.
• Reliability in attendance and punctuality, with the ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Team-oriented and willing to work with others.

• Competitive hourly rate of $20 or more, depending on credentials.
• Health insurance with an employer-funded health reimbursement account (HRA).
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Short-Term Disability & Term Life Insurance.
• 401(k) & Roth 401(k) with up to 4% annual employer match.
• Medical & Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Flexible schedules.
• Paid time off, including Personal & Sick Leave.
• Holiday Pay.
• Employee Discount on childcare.
• Paid Planning Time.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer.

We are committed to providing an inclusive environment that ensures the happiness and success of our employees, families, and children who trust us. We are an equal-opportunity employer and offer a range of benefits to support the well-being of our staff.