Lead Infant Teacher — Full-Time, Monday–Friday

Lead Infant Teacher

Full-Time | Start Date: Sept 8

Discovery Kidzone is seeking an experienced Full-Time Lead Infant Teacher to join our early childhood education team. This position is scheduled to begin Sept 8, 2026.

We are looking for an experienced early childhood educator who is passionate about supporting infants during their earliest stages of development. If you have experience working with young children and are ready to grow into a leadership role, we'd love to hear from you. We are happy to provide coaching and training to help the right candidate become a successful Lead Teacher.

Our centers operate Monday through Friday , offering a consistent schedule with no evenings or weekends , allowing for an excellent work-life balance.

Position Responsibilities

Lead daily classroom routines for infants and young toddlers

Create and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans and learning experiences

Foster a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment

Support children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development

Observe and document children's progress

Maintain regular communication with families regarding children's development and daily activities

Ensure compliance with state licensing regulations and center policies

Guide and support classroom team members while promoting a collaborative environment

Organize classroom materials and maintain a clean, safe learning space

Work closely with center leadership to ensure high-quality classroom operations

Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a licensed childcare or early learning setting

Previous experience working with infants or toddlers preferred

Leadership experience is helpful but not required—we provide training and mentorship

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or equivalent coursework is preferred

Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills

Patient, dependable, and professional approach to working with children and families

CPR and First Aid certification required within 30 days of hire

Ability to complete all required state licensing and background check requirements

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is based on education and experience.

Eligible full-time employees may receive:

Competitive hourly pay

Performance bonus opportunities of up to an additional $2.00 per hour

Health, dental, and vision insurance options

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and sick leave

Paid professional development and continuing education

Annual staff conference and appreciation events

Employee childcare discounts

Opportunities for career advancement within a growing organization

Supportive, collaborative, and engaging work environment

Why Join Discovery Kidzone?

At Discovery Kidzone, we believe every child deserves a caring and engaging learning environment, and every educator deserves opportunities to grow professionally. If you're passionate about early childhood education and want to make a meaningful impact, we'd love to welcome you to our team.