Lead Infant Teacher
Connections Child Development Center
Job Description
Job Description
Position Overview
The Infant Lead Teacher is responsible for providing high-quality, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate care for infants while ensuring full compliance with Michigan Child Care Licensing regulations. This role requires consistency, emotional attunement, and strong communication skills. The Infant Lead Teacher works closely with the Program Director to maintain classroom excellence, staff accountability, and family trust.
Key Responsibilities
Provide warm, responsive, and individualized care that supports infants’ physical, emotional, and cognitive development
Follow all safe sleep, feeding, and diapering procedures in compliance with Michigan licensing standards
Maintain constant supervision and required caregiver-to-child ratios
Create and maintain a clean, organized, and calming classroom environment
Observe, document, and report developmental milestones and daily activities
Complete daily reports and communicate clearly with families
Follow center policies, procedures, and guidance from the Program Director
Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development
Immediately report concerns related to health, safety, or compliance to the Program Director
Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years of age
High school diploma or GED required
Infant/Toddler CDA or ECE coursework preferred
Previous infant classroom experience preferred
CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
Must meet all Michigan Child Care Center licensing requirements
Connections Child Development Center is a faith-based organization that seeks to partner with families in the care and development of their children. We us frogstreet curriculum to aid us in teaching and training our children as they develop and grow.
Company Description
Connections Child Development Center is a faith-based organization that seeks to partner with families in the care and development of their children. We us frogstreet curriculum to aid us in teaching and training our children as they develop and grow.
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