Alexandria Area YMCA·Alexandria, Minnesota
The Lead Infant Teacher is responsible for developing age-appropriate lesson plans and maintaining a safe, nurturing environment for infants. They will also supervise assistant staff and maintain consistent communication with families regarding child progress.
Description Help Our Littlest Learners Grow Do you have a passion for caring for infants and creating a warm, nurturing environment where they can thrive? The Alexandria Area YMCA is looking for a compassionate, energetic Infant Lead Teacher to lead our infant classroom at our Vivie location and provide exceptional care during a child's most important developmental stages.
As an Infant Lead Teacher, you'll create meaningful learning experiences, build trusting relationships with families, and lead a team dedicated to providing a safe, engaging, and loving environment for every child.
Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities that promote physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development. Develop and implement a daily schedule that includes feeding, napping, playtime, and structured activities. Provide constant supervision and ensure the safety and well-being of children in your care. Evaluates and maintains records on all children's progress Maintain open and positive communication with parents/guardians, including daily updates. Work collaboratively and supervise assistant teachers, aides, and other staff members to ensure a smooth operation of the program.
$19.00 - $22.00 per hour
Medical Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays Plus Birthday PTO Free YMCA Family Membership Discounts Child Care and YMCA Programs Health Savings Plan 401(a) and 403(b) Retirement Plans Life Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plans Mental Health Benefits – including free mental health sessions Professional Development Work-Life Balance
Be committed to the mission and goals of the YMCA and Child Care Center. Must meet DHS Rule 3 Teacher qualifications. Post-secondary education and formal child care experience is required. Credits and hours required vary based on area of study and degree (if any) earned. Three or more years of experience in the early childhood arena is preferred but not required. Must complete and have a non-disqualified background study record. Must be certified in CPR and First Aid or obtain within the first 90 days of employment. Proof of completion of SIDS, Abusive Head Trauma, Child Abuse Prevention and Reporting before interaction with children. Must take CACFP food program training and YMCA 101 within the first 90 days of employment. Physical Demands Must be in good physical, mental, and emotional health and may be required to lift children and light equipment (5-50lb). Must be in constant awareness of the children’s safety, ensuring that activities follow rules and regulations which limit risk to the participants. Required to speak and hear. Required to reach with and use hands and arms. Must be able to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must dress appropriately for the weather as both indoor and outdoor activities are scheduled. EEO Statement: The Alexandria Area YMCA (the Y) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Y complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absences, compensation, and training. Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Market context
In Minnesota, lead infant teacher roles often draw steady interest because centers need candidates who already meet DHS lead teacher qualifications and can step into infant classrooms with minimal training. This role is competitive for applicants with lead-teacher experience, an associate’s degree, and familiarity with Teaching Strategies GOLD, Creative Curriculum, and Jewish early childhood settings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your experience aligns with the infant-specific expectations before applying.