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The Goddard School of Long Hill is seeking a passionate, dedicated, and experienced Infant Lead Teacher to join our outstanding team of early childhood educators. As a premier early childhood education institution, we are committed to delivering the highest standard of care and developmental learning experiences for our youngest learners.

Our Mission: We believe in nurturing each child’s natural curiosity and creativity within a safe, loving, and responsive environment. Our educators inspire a lifelong love of learning while supporting social-emotional, physical, and cognitive development through intentional, play-based instruction.

Key Responsibilities: As a Full-Time Lead Teacher, you will play a crucial role in creating a nurturing, safe and stimulating classroom environment, and collaborating with other staff to enhance our curriculum and learning experiences.

Create and maintain a warm, welcoming, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment for infants (6 weeks to 12 months)

Build strong, respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues

Plan and implement age-appropriate activities that promote growth in communication, motor skills, and sensory exploration

Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all children at all times

Monitor developmental milestones and communicate progress with families through daily reports and parent conferences

Maintain compliance with Goddard, state licensing, and NAEYC standards

What We Offer:

Competitive Salary: Enjoy excellent pay that reflects your experience and qualifications.

Medical Benefits: Comprehensive medical coverage to ensure your health and well-being.

Inspiring Culture: Be a part of a supportive and collaborative team that values creativity and new ideas.

Professional Growth: Continuous professional development opportunities to advance your skills and knowledge.

Career Pathway: Gain valuable experience and training that can propel you into a future teaching career in public schools.

Qualifications:

CDA, Associate’s, or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (preferred)

Minimum 1 year experience in an infant classroom

Strong knowledge of child development and best practices in infant care

CPR/First Aid certified (or willing to obtain upon hire)

Excellent communication, organization, and classroom management skills

A warm, patient, and nurturing demeanor

Passion for early childhood education and a commitment to developing young minds.

Apply Now:

Begin a meaningful career with The Goddard School of Long Hill, where you’ll play a vital role in nurturing and shaping the lives of our youngest learners. If you're passionate, nurturing, and eager to make a difference in an infant’s early development, we’d love to connect with you.

To apply, please submit your resume.

Join us in shaping a brighter future!

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