The Learning Experience of Astoria is seeking a dedicated, experienced, and passionate Lead Infant Teacher to join our team full-time. We are looking for someone who genuinely loves working with infants, understands their unique developmental needs, and is committed to providing a warm, safe, and engaging environment each day.
Position: Lead Infant Teacher
Schedule: Full-Time
Location: The Learning Experience – Astoria
About the Role
As our Lead Infant Teacher, you will play a central role in creating a nurturing classroom where our youngest learners can thrive. The ideal candidate is someone who is not only knowledgeable in infant development but truly enjoys the work—someone who brings patience, enthusiasm, and a deep sense of responsibility to the classroom every day.
What We’re Looking For
A professional with prior experience working with infants in a childcare or early learning setting
Someone who is reliable, caring, and passionate about early childhood education
A teacher who can provide consistent routines, comfort, and meaningful interactions that support attachment and early learning
An individual who communicates effectively with families and collaborates with colleagues
Someone who takes initiative, maintains organization, and creates a peaceful, developmentally appropriate classroom environment
Qualifications
Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education preferred
OR Currently enrolled in an Early Childhood Education degree program
Must meet New York State requirements for working in early childhood programs
Strong understanding of infant milestones, sensory learning, and responsive caregiving practices
Responsibilities
Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans that support cognitive, physical, and social-emotional development
Provide attentive, responsive caregiving, including feeding, diapering, napping routines, and individualized comfort
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom that adheres to health and safety guidelines
Observe, document, and communicate developmental progress to families
Build warm, trusting relationships with infants, parents, and fellow staff
Create a calm, supportive environment where infants feel secure and ready to explore
If you are passionate about working with infants and want to grow in a supportive, professional early learning community, we would love to hear from you. Compensation: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The Learning Experience Corporate.
The Learning Experience #145 The Learning ExperienceAt The Learning Experience, we make early education joyful, engaging and fun so children are happy to learn, play and grow.
Our curriculum focuses on the six ages and stages of early childhood development and engages children in hands-on learning activities that encourage them to explore and solve problems at their own rate of development. This forms a foundation for kids to Learn, Play and Grow under the care of our nurturing teachers and staff.
At TLE®, we’ve created a full cast of characters that become our little learners’ educators, partners and friends through their preschool education journey. Each character has a unique personality and area of interest and brings learning to life by allowing children to explore the world through fun and imagination.
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