Head Infant Teacher

Are you passionate about working with infants in a high-quality early childhood education setting? Strong Start Early Care & Education is seeking dedicated and experienced Infant Teachers to join our dynamic team in the Danbury and Norwalk areas.We are a premier early childhood program committed to providing exceptional care and education. Our educators work in beautiful, state-of-the-art facilities and collaborate with a supportive team of skilled professionals. If you are looking for a fulfilling career in a program that values innovation, professionalism, and a strong workplace culture, we would love to meet you.At Strong Start, we are redefining standards in the childcare industry by investing in our teachers. We offer competitive compensation, generous paid time off, excellent benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.What We OfferAbove-industry average hourly compensation starting at $20 per hour, with opportunities for significant merit increases15 paid holidays, including a break between Christmas and New YearUp to 20 additional PTO daysPaid health benefits through a quality insurance plan401(k) with matching contributionsTuition assistance for Early Childhood EducationProfessional development reimbursement and access to comprehensive training programsStaff childcare discountsA safe, modern work environment with updated facilities and strong health and safety practicesA collaborative culture focused on educator support and well-beingResponsibilities IncludePlanning and implementing curriculum aligned with Connecticut Early Learning and Development StandardsCreating a nurturing, engaging environment that supports infant developmentMaintaining ongoing communication with families through daily conversations, progress reports, and conferencesEnsuring compliance with all center policies, state regulations, and NAEYC standardsParticipating in ongoing professional developmentQualificationsMinimum of 2 years of experience working in an infant classroom (required)Minimum of 2 years of experience in early childhood education (required)Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (preferred)Schedule:Monday through Friday, 8-hour shiftJoin a top-tier early childhood education program and take the next step in your career. We look forward to welcoming passionate educators to our Strong Start family.