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.