Lead Infant Teacher

Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Dental insurance Employee discounts Free food & snacks Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance STEM Child Care | Castle Rock, CO STEM Child Care is seeking a nurturing, dependable, and passionate Lead Infant Teacher to join our growing team. If you love working with babies, building strong relationships with families, and creating a warm, engaging environment where infants can thrive, we would love to meet you. About STEM Child Care STEM Child Care is a family-owned and operated preschool serving children ages 6 weeks through 6 years since 2018. We are committed to providing high‑quality early childhood education while fostering meaningful relationships with children, families, and teachers. Our educators are supported with ongoing professional development, classroom resources, and opportunities for growth. As a Lead Infant Teacher, you will: Create a warm, safe, and nurturing classroom environment for infants ages 6 weeks to 18 months Build trusting relationships with families and provide daily communication regarding feeding, sleeping, developmental milestones, and activities Plan and implement developmentally appropriate experiences that encourage cognitive, physical, social-emotional, and language development Maintain accurate feeding, diapering, and sleeping records Ensure all licensing, health, and safety requirements are followed Supervise and mentor assistant teachers assigned to the classroom Observe and document developmental progress Collaborate with leadership and fellow teachers to provide exceptional care and learning experiences Requirements: Must be at least 18 years old Ability to pass state and federal background checks Ability to obtain medical clearance to work with children Meet Colorado Early Childhood Teacher qualifications or be willing to obtain qualification assistance through STEM Child Care Preferred Qualifications: Early Childhood Teacher Credential (PDIS Level 2 or higher) CDA, Associate's Degree, or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field or EQIT coursework Previous experience working with infants in a licensed childcare center Strong communication and classroom leadership skills Passion for early childhood development and responsive caregiving Why Join STEM Child Care? Competitive pay based on your qualifications and experience Paid time off and holiday pay Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) with company matching Professional development and career growth opportunities Complimentary breakfast, lunch & snacks daily Childcare tuition discounts Supportive family-owned culture Performance-based bonuses Don't Meet All Qualifications Yet? We believe great teachers can come from many backgrounds. If you're passionate about working with infants and eager to grow in the early childhood field, our team can help you obtain the education and credentials needed to become a qualified Early Childhood Teacher. Job Type: Full-Time Location: Castle Rock, CO 80108 Work Location: In Person #J-18808-Ljbffr STEM Child Care