Benefits:

No nights and weekends

Childcare discounts

Recognition programs

Professional development and CDA tuition reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

401(k) matching

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Tuition assistance

Infant Teacher – Nurture, Inspire, Grow

The Goddard School in Happy Valley, Oregon is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Infant Teacher to join our team! At our School, we put our teachers first—because they put our children first. If you have a passion for working with infants and creating a loving, responsive environment, we’d love to meet you.

No Nights or Weekends! School Hours: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Your Role as an Infant Teacher

Responsive Care & Development

Provide attentive, nurturing care to infants, meeting their individual needs

Foster secure attachments through consistent and responsive interactions

Support developmental milestones through sensory-rich, age-appropriate activities

Maintain detailed daily records of feeding, sleeping, and developmental progress

Safe & Engaging Environment

Create a calm, clean, and stimulating classroom designed for infants

Ensure all health, safety, and sanitation standards are consistently met

Supervise infants closely during all activities, including tummy time, feeding, and rest

Family Communication

Build trusting relationships with families through open, daily communication

Share updates on each child’s day, progress, and developmental achievements

Partner with parents to support each child’s unique routine and needs

Team Collaboration

Work closely with co-teachers and leadership to maintain a supportive classroom

Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and ongoing professional development

What We Offer

Competitive hourly wage

Supportive and welcoming team environment

Medical insurance

Paid time off and holidays

No nights, weekends, or major holidays

Free childcare for first child; 50% off for additional children

Free registration for all children

Retirement plan benefits - 401K

Professional development & CDA tuition reimbursement

Teacher recognition programs

Qualifications

High school diploma required; associate or bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education preferred

Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred

Previous experience working with infants in a licensed childcare setting preferred

Completion of state-required pre-service training

Strong communication skills with families and team members

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and actively engage in infant care routines

If you’re a warm, patient, and energetic caregiver who finds joy in supporting the earliest stages of development, we invite you to join our community. Help us create a foundation for lifelong learning in a state-of-the-art, nurturing environment.

Apply today and make a meaningful impact from the very beginning of a child’s journey.

Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.