Enchanted Explorers Daycare Center Lead Teacher I - Infants Bangor, MI · Full time Company website

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Enchanted Explorers Daycare Center is dedicated to providing the highest quality childcare and educational services that promote and enhance each child’s development. Our mission is to be one of the best childcare facilities in Van Buren County, supporting working parents while nurturing children’s growth and creating positive, lasting memories. We understand the importance of the limited window of childhood and believe that every child deserves a fun environment for learning and growth. With our educational curriculum, service-focused management team, ongoing staff training and educational advancement, we prioritize the welfare and development of our children.

About the Role

As a Lead Teacher I in our Infants classroom, you will be responsible for creating a warm, calm, and stimulating environment for infants. You will lead the classroom with compassion and confidence, ensuring the physical and emotional well-being of each baby in your care. From feeding and diapering to early sensory play and responsive caregiving, your role is essential in helping each child reach key developmental milestones.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary caregiver for a group of infants
• Plan and implement age-appropriate sensory and motor development activities
• Respond promptly to infants’ physical and emotional needs, ensuring comfort and safety
• Maintain consistent routines for feeding, diapering, sleeping, and play
• Keep accurate records of daily care routines, feedings, naps, and developmental progress
• Maintain a clean, organized, and calming classroom environment
• Observe infants closely and document developmental milestones and any concerns
• Communicate daily with parents about their child’s care and progress in a respectful, warm manner
• Collaborate with assistant teachers to provide continuity of care throughout the day
• Follow all health and safety guidelines, licensing regulations, and daycare policies

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education
• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential (required)
• At least 2 years of experience in a licensed child care setting caring for infants
• CPR and First Aid certified (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
• Negative TB test
• Ability to pass a comprehensive background check required by the State of Michigan

Preferred Skills

• Strong understanding of infant development, responsive caregiving, and attachment-based care
• Gentle, patient, and intuitive approach to caring for babies
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Ability to maintain a calm and positive atmosphere during high-demand caregiving moments
• Strong team collaboration and willingness to support classroom routines

Position Details

• Job Title: Lead Teacher I – Infant Classroom
• Age Group: 0–12 months
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8-hour day shifts (no nights or weekends)
• Pay: $15.00 – $18.00 per hour (based on experience)
• Probation Period: 60 days or shorter, depending on performance

Benefits

• Paid time off (accrual-based)
• 8 Paid Holidays per year
• Employee child care discounts
• Professional development assistance

Enchanted Explorers Daycare Center is an equal opportunity employer. We participate in E-Verify. For more information, visit www.e-verify.gov. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected] do not discriminate on the basis of pay discussions, as stated in Executive Order 13665.