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About the Role
As an Infant Lead Teacher at Children of America, you will work alongside a talented team of educators in a supportive environment where you are encouraged to grow professionally and share your passion for early childhood education. This role interacts daily with children, parents, management, and teaching staff to support a collaborative and positive learning environment.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for carrying out daily lesson plans
- Assist in creating a safe, structured, and positive learning environment
- Communicate professionally with parents, children, and team members
- Utilize technology to document and deliver child progress reports
- Exhibit empathy toward children's emotions and parents' needs
- Present age-appropriate expectations for children
- Be creative, passionate, and engaged in your work
- Lead classroom instruction using COA's Mind and Body Matters curriculum
Requirements
- CDA or Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education
- Minimum 1 Year of experience in a licensed childcare setting
- CPR and First Aid certification
- Must meet all state licensing requirements
- Strong organizational and decision-making skills
- Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and staff
- Flexible and adaptable in challenging situations
- Commitment to professional growth
- Successful completion of a background check
- Submission of required state documents
Skills
- Organizational skills
- Decision-making skills
- Relationship building
- Adaptability
- Creativity
- Passion for early childhood education
- Empathy
Location
- 65+ locations across 18 states
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 1 Year of experience in a licensed childcare setting
Education Level
- CDA or Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education
Salary/Compensations
- $21- $25 per hour
Benefits
- Internal career advancement opportunities
- 50% employee childcare discount
- Educational assistance and T.E.A.C.H. scholarship partnerships
- Employee referral bonuses and recognition programs
- Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident, disability
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
About the Company
- Children of America (COA) is a nationally accredited preschool with 65+ locations across 18 states.
- Our programs serve children ages 6 weeks to 12 years, including Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K, Before & After Care, and Summer Camp.
- Our culture encourages employees to bring their whole selves to work, because your unique perspectives and experiences make our team stronger.
Equal Opportunity
- Children of America is committed to fair and transparent hiring practices.
- Children of America is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law.
- Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.