Early Childhood - Infant Teacher

Bright Beginnings Learning Academy - Reino Magico Child Care
Jersey City, NJ

Summary

Bright Beginnings Learning Academy is seeking a caring, creative, and experienced Lead Teacher for our Infant program (ages 4-18 months). This role requires hands-on classroom leadership, curriculum implementation, and a strong passion for early childhood development.

The Teacher is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the classroom's day-to-day operations.

Teachers must understand children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development to ensure a safe, stimulating classroom environment in which children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed.

The Teacher must be skilled at communicating with both children and adults to meet children's needs, effectively guiding teacher assistants and resolving parental concerns.

Duties

  • Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards
  • Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.
  • Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive, and emotional growth.
  • Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
  • Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
  • Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards, and the safety and security of children.
  • Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene, and safety standards.
  • Maintain accurate records, forms, and files.
  • Maintain a personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 2 years of professional child care experience.
  • Experience with infants (ages 4-18 months)
  • Infant/Toddler or Preschool CDA
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
  • High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
  • A strong understanding of child development.
  • Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
  • Must clear a full background check.
  • Requirements include the ability to take frequent walks, use hands and fingers, handle objects, and hear and speak at many levels. May also be required to kneel, bend, squat, or crawl.
  • Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

  • Associates' or Bachelor’s degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education
  • Infant/Toddler or Preschool CDA, or willing to work toward certification.
  • Spanish language skills
  • Supervisory experience
  • Highly organized and strong multitasking abilities

Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Supportive, team-oriented work environment

About Us

Bright Beginnings Learning Academy - Reino Magico Child Care is a warm, caring early childhood program committed to nurturing young children's growth and development through engaging activities and meaningful relationships.

We deeply value our dedicated educators and strive to create a supportive, collaborative environment where both children and staff can thrive and feel inspired.

Posted 2026-05-11

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