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Lead Infant Teacher

Smart Start·Village of Trumansburg, New York

$20 - $22/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 7 days ago
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About the role

The Lead Infant Teacher is responsible for creating developmentally appropriate lesson plans and managing the daily care needs of infants and toddlers. They must collaborate with assistant teachers to monitor child development and maintain clear communication with parents regarding their child's progress.

Our early childhood center is looking for a Lead Infant Teacher for our Early Care classroom. The ideal candidate must have experience working with infants and young toddlers, be comfortable and confident caring for infants and young toddlers, have excellent communication skills, and be a nurturing and patient caregiver. Lead Teachers create innovative lesson plans involving sensory, cognitive, and motor development to enhance the learning environment for our students. If you have previous experience working with young children and are interested in joining our growing team, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

  • Assess the daily needs of infants and appropriately manage the care for multiple infants simultaneously
  • Creating developmentally appropriate lesson plans based on the specific needs of each child
  • Work with children in the classroom to promote their learning and development
  • Communicate with parents and keep them informed about their child's development and any changes to the regular day-to-day schedule
  • Collaborate with assistant teachers to monitor the development of each child and implement daily plans
  • Implement daily lessons including sensory activities, cognitive activities, and motor activities
  • Diapering, potty training and tending to the daily needs of toddlers and preschoolers
  • Develop a sound knowledge and understanding of New York State OCFS Regulations for Day Care Centers

Requirements

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Nurturing teaching approach
  • Associates Degree or Child Development Associate (CDA)
  • Compassionate attitude and strong understanding of child development
  • Experience caring for infants and toddlers
  • Full-time: Hours may vary. We are open from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm.

Salary

$20.00/hour - $22.00/hour

Required education

  • Associates Degree or Child Development Associate (CDA)
  • High school or equivalent

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule

• Monday to Friday

Education

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience

  • Early
  • Childhood
  • Education: 1 year (Required)
  • Childcare: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification

• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$20 - $22/hr
Location
Village of Trumansburg, New York
Posted
Aug 12, 2026
Application
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Smart Start

Smart Start is hiring in Village of Trumansburg, New York. This opening is listed as full_time.

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Lead Infant Teacher roles in New York

In New York, lead infant teacher openings are often tied to licensed child care programs that need staff who can manage classrooms, plan age-appropriate lessons, and meet state education and physical activity requirements. These roles are competitive because employers look for both leadership experience and the ability to support infants in active indoor and outdoor settings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your education credentials and classroom leadership experience before applying.

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