Infant Lead Teacher

Benefits 401(k) matching Competitive salary Employee discounts Flexible schedule Free food & snacks Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Signing bonus Training & development Infant Teacher – Nurture, Connect, and Grow With Us! Location: Sylvania Children’s Center – Toledo, OH Schedule: Full-Time | Two Highly Respected Child Care Centers Accreditations: NAEYC-Accredited | Gold Step Up to Quality Rated Join a Team That Cherishes Every Milestone — Big or Small At Sylvania Children’s Center , we believe every giggle, grasp, and gaze is a step toward growth. We’re looking for an Infant Teacher who understands that caring for infants is both a science and an art — a blend of gentle consistency, responsive care, and joyful curiosity. If you believe love is the foundation of learning, and you want to be part of a supportive, family‑like team that values excellence and heart in equal measure, we’d love to meet you. Who We Are For over 30 years, Sylvania Children’s Center has been a trusted, family‑centered early childhood program in the Toledo area. We’re proud to be both NAEYC-accredited and Gold Step Up to Quality rated , upholding the highest standards in early care and education. Our classrooms are calm, warm, and thoughtfully designed to foster connection and discovery — guided by our core values of Excellence, Wellness, Support, Nature, and Diversity. ✨ Your Role: Infant Teacher As an Infant Teacher, you’ll provide consistent, responsive, and nurturing care to our youngest learners. You’ll support each child’s development through intentional interactions — from tummy time to first steps — while fostering a sense of security and belonging. You’ll also partner closely with families, honoring their role as their child’s first teacher and keeping communication warm, open, and consistent. What You’ll Do Build trusting, loving relationships with each infant in your care Create a calm, predictable environment that supports exploration and emotional security Plan simple, sensory‑rich activities that stimulate early development and curiosity Support infants’ routines — feeding, diapering, and rest — with care, patience, and respect Communicate daily with families through notes, photos, and warm updates Observe and document growth and milestones in alignment with developmental best practices Collaborate with co‑teachers and leadership to ensure a safe, consistent, and joyful classroom What You Bring CDA, Associate’s, or Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education or related field (or actively pursuing) Prior experience in an infant or early childhood classroom preferred A calm, patient, and nurturing demeanor Strong communication skills and teamwork mindset Knowledge of infant development and responsive caregiving practices What We Expect Reliable, professional, and compassionate classroom presence Consistency in routines that help infants feel secure and cared for Observant, detail‑oriented approach to each child’s developmental needs Collaboration and open communication with your teaching team and families Commitment to ongoing growth and professional excellence What We Offer Paid weekly planning time built into your schedule Collaborative co‑teaching environment and classroom support Paid mental health days and a workplace that values well‑being Paid in‑service trainings and professional development opportunities Clear advancement paths and leadership opportunities A mission‑driven, respectful culture where educators are truly valued Be Part of Something Meaningful If your heart lights up at baby smiles, first words, and the quiet magic of early learning — you belong here. Apply today and join Sylvania Children’s Center — where the tiniest hands hold the biggest dreams. #J-18808-Ljbffr