The Learning Experience - Gaithersburg·Montgomery County, Maryland
The Lead Infant Teacher is responsible for managing daily routines, providing attentive care, and creating a nurturing environment for infants aged 6 weeks to 12 months. They also plan age-appropriate sensory activities and maintain a safe, organized classroom while communicating regularly with families.
401(k) matching Competitive salary Dental insurance Employee discounts Flexible schedule Free uniforms Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance Lead Infant Teacher – Founding Teaching Team Location: The Learning Experience – Gaithersburg, MD Pay: $17–$20 per hour Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday
The Learning Experience – Gaithersburg is seeking a caring and experienced Lead Infant Teacher to join our opening team. This role supports children during their earliest stages of development by creating a calm, responsive classroom environment that encourages bonding, sensory exploration, and early communication.
As part of a new center opening, this position offers the opportunity to help shape classroom culture and establish strong routines from day one.
Lead daily routines for infants ages 6 weeks to 12 months Provide attentive care including feeding, diapering, and nap supervision Create a nurturing environment that supports early development and security Plan and implement age-appropriate sensory learning activities Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment Communicate regularly with families about routines and developmental progress Support assistant teachers and help establish consistent classroom structure Ensure compliance with Maryland licensing requirements and center policies
Infant/Toddler qualified under Maryland childcare regulations preferred High school diploma required (ECE coursework or CDA a plus) Prior infant classroom experience strongly preferred Strong understanding of responsive caregiving and infant development Reliable, collaborative, and nurturing teaching approach
Competitive hourly pay of $17–$20 based on education and experience Opportunity to join a brand-new center opening team Professional development and advancement opportunities Supportive leadership environment Employee childcare discount Apply today to join The Learning Experience – Gaithersburg and help build a warm, high-quality infant classroom where children feel safe, supported, and ready to grow from their very first day.
Candidates must have a high school diploma and a strong understanding of responsive caregiving and infant development. Prior infant classroom experience and Maryland childcare regulation qualifications are strongly preferred.
Market context
In Maryland, classroom teacher roles for infant/toddler and preschool settings are typically driven by ongoing staffing needs in licensed early learning programs. These positions are competitive because employers often look for Maryland-qualified candidates with a clean background check, and prefer a CDA or Early Childhood Education coursework plus prior experience with young children. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your qualifications and availability before applying.
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