Infant Lead Teacher

Key Responsibilities:

• Create a warm, responsive and safe environment for infants
• Maintain a clean, organized and engaging classroom
• Document children's learning journeys
• Collaborate with families and colleagues
• Design emergent curriculum based on children's interests
• Foster curiosity and wonder through thoughtful provocations

Qualifications:

• Patient, nurturing and attentive to children’s needs
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or a related field (or higher)
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working with infants
• Familiarity with or understanding of the Reggio Emilia approach
• Strong passion for child-led, inquiry-based learning

What we value:

• Respect for children as capable individuals
• A love for observation, documentation and reflection
• Creativity and openness to learning
• Building a strong sense of community

Why join us?

• Supportive, close-knit team
• Opportunity to grow in a developing center
• Meaningful work rooted in relationships and child-led learning
• Professional development opportunities

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Required)
• First Aid Certification (Required)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Washington, DC 20018 (Required)

Work Location: In person