Lead Infant Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• No nights and weekends
• Childcare discounts
• Recognition programs
• Professional development and CDA tuition reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Lead Infant Teacher The Goddard School Alpharetta, GA 30022
Age Group: 6 Weeks to 12 Months

Nurture your growth. Empower your success. Make a difference every day.
The Goddard School located in Alpharetta, GA 30022 is seeking a passionate and nurturing Lead Infant Teacher to join our dedicated team. At our School, we put our teachers firstbecause they put children first.

If you love working with infants and are committed to providing a safe, loving, and developmentally appropriate environment, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your early childhood education career with a supportive team and state-of-the-art facility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Curriculum and Instruction
  Implement engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans and activities using our exclusive Wonder of Learning curriculum to support each infants cognitive, physical, and emotional development.

• Classroom Management
  Create and maintain a warm, safe, and nurturing classroom environment that supports exploration and comfort for infants as young as 6 weeks old.

• Family Communication
  Establish and maintain open, positive communication with families, sharing updates on daily routines, developmental milestones, and care needs.

• Health and Safety
  Ensure the health, hygiene, and safety of each infant by following all licensing regulations, including diapering, feeding, napping, and supervising indoor/outdoor activities.

• Assessment and Documentation
  Observe, assess, and document each childs developmental progress and share insights with families and leadership.

• Professional Development
  Participate in ongoing training and development to continually improve teaching strategies and child care practices.

• Team Collaboration
  Work closely with Assistant Teachers and support staff to ensure a consistent and caring classroom experience.

• Behavior Guidance
  Promote positive behavior through gentle, developmentally appropriate guidance and responsive caregiving.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required
  
  
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred

• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential preferred

• 12 years of experience working with infants or young children in a licensed childcare or preschool setting preferred

• Must have completed all state-required pre-service training
  
  
• Strong communication skills and a passion for working with babies and families

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the care of young children

Why Join The Goddard School Alpharetta?

• A supportive, respectful, and family-like team culture

• Beautiful, state-of-the-art facilities designed for learning and play

• Access to our proprietary Wonder of Learning curriculum

• Ongoing training and career advancement opportunities

• The chance to truly make a difference in the lives of children from their very first months

Ready to grow your career while nurturing young lives?
Apply today and join a school where youre valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.