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Katie's Kids Learning Center

Infant Lead Teacher

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What they do

A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.

$36,080 / year median in Illinois

+5% projected growth

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Job Description

Katie's Kids is seeking a nurturing, collaborative, and passionate Infant Lead Teacher to join our Reggio-inspired early childhood program. This position is part of a co-teaching classroom where teamwork, communication, and relationship-based care are highly valued. Our infant classroom focuses on responsive caregiving, meaningful connections, and creating a beautiful environment where children are respected as capable learners from the very beginning. Teachers work closely together as primary caregivers to provide individualized care and strong relationships with both children and families.
Responsibilities:
Serve as a primary caregiver for a small group of infants Collaborate with your co-teaching team to create a calm, engaging, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment Plan and implement thoughtful, child-led learning experiences inspired by children's interests and developmental needs Complete weekly lesson planning and classroom documentation Maintain children's portfolios through observations, photos, and developmental reflections Build strong relationships and communicate regularly with families Follow all licensing regulations and health/safety procedures including safe sleep practices Support infants' emotional, physical, cognitive, and social development through responsive caregiving
Qualifications:
Experience working with infants in a licensed childcare setting preferred Candidates MUST have 60 college credit hours with at least 9 in ECE. An associates degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development is a plus. Strong communication and collaboration skills Passion for relationship-based and child-centered learning Organized, dependable, and team-oriented CPR/First Aid certified or willing to obtain
What We Offer:
Supportive co-teaching environment Reggio-inspired philosophy and classroom practices Collaborative and positive workplace culture Paid time off and holidays Professional development opportunities Competitive pay based on education and experience Childcare discount If you are passionate about infant development, meaningful relationships, and collaborative teaching, we would love to hear from you.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $16.50 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you looking for Full Time or Part Time?
Work Location:
In person