What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infant/Toddler Teacher position at Small Wonders Discovery and Learning Center?
Now Hiring: Lead Infant Teacher – Join the Small Wonders Family!
Are you calm, nurturing, and passionate about supporting babies in their first stages of development? Small Wonders is growing, and we’re looking for a loving and experienced Lead Infant Teacher to join our team. With enrollment on the rise, we need someone special who can bring patience, care, and joy into our infant classroom every single day.
We believe in creating safe, predictable spaces where even our youngest learners feel secure, loved, and ready to explore. If you’re ready to make a difference during the most important years of a child’s life, this is the role for you.
Why You’ll Love Working at Small Wonders:
- Competitive Pay: Based on experience and education
- Set Schedule: Monday–Friday, no weekends
- Paid Time Off: Plus, we close (and pay you) the week between Christmas and New Year’s
- Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision after 90 days
- Childcare Discount: Your child can learn and grow right alongside you
- Paid Training: CPR, First Aid, Child Abuse, and ongoing professional development
- Supportive Environment: Team-based culture with leadership that has your back
- Loving Atmosphere: We value strong relationships, gentle care, and meaningful routines
What We’re Looking For:
- Someone who loves infants and understands their developmental needs
- High school diploma (required)
- Ability to pass a background check and complete a work physical (required)
- CDA, Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education (required)
- At least 1 year of experience working with infants in a licensed child care setting
- Dependable, calm, and responsive with excellent communication skills
- Familiarity with inclusive practices and SUTQ standards (preferred)
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Providing a consistent, nurturing routine that supports infants’ physical and emotional needs
- Planning developmentally appropriate activities that support sensory and motor growth
- Maintaining a safe, clean, and cozy classroom environment
- Building trust with each infant and creating strong partnerships with their families
- Collaborating with a co-teacher and communicating openly with your team
- Observing and documenting milestones and individual growth
Why Small Wonders?
Because we know that babies thrive when they feel safe and loved—and so do our teachers. If you’re looking for a workplace that values your heart, your experience, and your voice, you’ll feel right at home here.
Ready to Make a Difference From the Very Start?
Send your resume to smallwonders.employment@gmail.com or click Apply Now on Indeed. Join our infant team and help us give every child the best start possible.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12 - $14
