Experienced Infant Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Do you have a heart for infants and a deep respect for development in the first months of life? Cornerstone Children’s Center is looking for a nurturing, passionate, and reliable Full Time Infant Teacher to become a valued part of our warm and welcoming team. If you bring patience, reliability, consistency, and genuine care into your work every day, we want to meet you!

What Makes Cornerstone Special?

• A truly collaborative and caring workplace where your voice matters
• Supportive leadership and teammates who have your back
• Regular professional development and training opportunities
• 401(k) match , paid time off , and life insurance
• Optional pre-tax Aflac policies
• Center closed for 10 major holidays (rest and recharge!)

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Create a safe, calm, and loving environment where infants (ages 6 weeks - 1.5 years) can thrive
• Maintain accurate records for feeding, sleeping, diapering, and attendance
• Communicate frequently and respectfully with children, parents and teammates
• Implement an engaging, developmentally appropriate classroom routine that nurtures infant development
• Document and track each child’s growth in alignment with the Connecticut Early Learning and Development Standards (CTELDS)
• Uphold health, safety, and licensing requirements at all times
• Step into other classrooms when needed — we’re all one team!
• Bring positive and nurturing energy, an open mind, reliability, and compassion into every part of your day
• Attend monthly team meetings and contribute to a positive culture
• Develop your ability to observe, assess, and interact with children in a manner that always support their growth
• Develop your ability to understand the nuances of child development and developmentally appropriate practice

What We’re Looking For:

• You have 2+ years of experience working with infants and toddlers in a licensed childcare center
• You have ability to confidently and calmly manage the needs and safety of 4 infants at once
• You have flexibility to work within the hours of 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM Monday–Friday (9 hour day includes 1 hour unpaid lunch)
• You have flexibility for a work schedule based on the needs of the Center
• You are dependable, punctual, professional and committed to your agreed-upon hours
• You’re receptive to feedback, professional in conduct, and coachable
• You act as a team player in all responsibilities, upkeep, and routines of the indoor and outdoor classrooms

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Ready to make a difference every day? Apply now with your resume — we can’t wait to meet you!