Infant Lead Teacher

Location

Grand Rapids - Cascade

Type

Full Time

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Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Flexible schedule
  • Free uniforms
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
Infant Lead Teacher – The Learning Experience Cascade

Location: The Learning Experience – Cascade, MI
Pay: $16–$18 per hour (based on experience and credentials)
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday

About The Learning Experience

The Learning Experience – Cascade is seeking a nurturing, confident, and experienced Infant Lead Teacher to lead our infant classroom. Our center provides a warm, high-quality daycare and preschool environment where infants are supported through responsive care, early learning experiences, and strong teacher-family partnerships.

This role is ideal for an early childhood educator who enjoys leading a classroom, mentoring team members, and supporting infants during their most important developmental stages.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the daily operations of the infant classroom, ensuring a safe, calm, and developmentally appropriate environment.

  • Implement play-based activities that support sensory development, early language, motor skills, and social-emotional growth.

  • Oversee feeding, diapering, nap schedules, and individualized care routines.

  • Mentor and support assistant teachers to maintain consistency and quality of care.

  • Communicate daily with families regarding routines, milestones, and progress.

  • Maintain accurate classroom documentation and comply with Michigan childcare licensing and safety regulations.

  • Collaborate with center leadership to support program quality and classroom success.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required.

  • Minimum 6 months of experience working in an infant classroom (1+ year preferred).

  • CDA or coursework/degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.

  • Strong understanding of infant development and developmentally appropriate practices (DAP).

  • CPR and First Aid certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).

  • Must meet all Michigan childcare licensing requirements.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay: $16–$18/hr

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options

  • 401K plan

  • Paid time off (PTO)

  • Employee childcare discount

  • Ongoing training and career advancement opportunities

Apply today to join The Learning Experience – Cascade and lead a loving infant classroom where children feel safe, supported, and ready to grow.
Compensation: $16.00 - $18.00 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.

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