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Infant Lead Teacher

Schenectady, NYOn-siteFull-time

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The Infant Lead Teacher plans and implements developmentally appropriate curriculum for infants, fosters a safe and responsive classroom environment, leads assistant teachers, communicates with families, and ensures compliance with NYS OCFS regulations.

About this role

Infant Teacher – Early Childhood Education | Child Care & Daycare Setting
Are you a nurturing, patient, and passionate caregiver who loves helping infants grow, explore, and thrive? We’re looking for a dedicated Infant Lead Teacher to join our warm, welcoming early childhood education center—where every coo, giggle, and developmental milestone is celebrated. Whether your experience comes from a preschool, daycare, or child care environment, your skills will make a lasting difference here.
At our center, you’ll be part of a supportive team of educators, including preschool teachers and teacher assistants, who value connection, compassion, and curiosity. You'll provide loving, responsive care in a safe, enriching child care environment designed to help our littlest learners feel secure, soothed, and stimulated. From tummy time to first steps, you’ll play an important role in shaping a child’s earliest experiences and building the foundation for lifelong learning through quality early childhood education.
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in a setting that feels like home, apply today to become an Infant Teacher with us. Let’s grow together—one cuddle, one giggle, and one milestone at a time.

What You'll Need:

  • Associates or Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education, or active CDA required
  • Minimum of 9 college credits in Early Childhood Education (required by NYS OCFS for Group Teacher qualification)
  • 2+ years of experience working with infants in a licensed program
  • Strong understanding of infant development
  • CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
  • Completion of OCFS required trainings (or willingness to complete)
  • What You'll Do

  • Create and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum for infants
  • Foster a warm, responsive, and safe classroom environment
  • Lead and support assistant teachers
  • Communicate daily with families about their child’s care and development
  • Ensure compliance with all OCFS regulations and center policies
  • Other duties as assigned
  • What Magical Beginnings offers you:

  • Paid sick time
  • 13 paid holidays*
  • Paid snow days and vacation time*
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance*
  • Long-term disability
  • Company-paid life insurance with additional voluntary coverage
  • Parental leave
  • Child care discount
  • Weekly pay and direct deposit
  • Referral and enrollment bonuses
  • Classroom tablets
  • A budget for classroom supplies
  • Paid classroom planning time
  • Mentor program
  • Teacher appreciation events
  • Team building activities
  • School community outreach projects
  • *Available to full-time employees only

    Skills

    Child Care LicensingCPRCurriculum PlanningEarly Childhood EducationFirst AidInfant DevelopmentOCFS RegulationsTeacher Assistant Supervision

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