Infant Lead Teacher

Summary

Calvary Chapel Christian Academy is seeking a loving, dependable, and strong Infant Lead Teacher to lead a classroom serving children ages 0–16 months. This position is responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, structured, and developmentally appropriate environment where infants are cared for with excellence and consistency.

At Calvary Chapel Christian Academy, we are committed to providing Christ-centered education and care in an environment shaped by faith, servant leadership, and meaningful relationships. We are looking for someone who will support and uphold the Christian mission of the academy, model Christ-like character, and contribute to a school culture shaped by our REACH mantra: Reach Up, In, Around, and Out. Staff are expected to demonstrate professionalism, humility, integrity, and a genuine commitment to children and families.

Duties

Lead the daily care and classroom routines for infants ages 0–16 months, including feeding, diapering, soothing, naptime supervision, transitions, and age-appropriate developmental activities.
Maintain a safe, calm, and organized classroom environment that supports infant growth and well-being.
Provide active supervision at all times and ensure children are cared for attentively and consistently throughout the day.
Support developmental learning through talking, singing, reading, sensory exploration, movement, and caregiver interaction.
Follow all health, safety, sanitation, bottle-labeling, diaper-changing, and classroom cleaning procedures consistently.
Sanitize toys, surfaces, and classroom materials regularly and help maintain an inspection-ready classroom.
Communicate professionally with families regarding each child’s daily care, routines, and well-being.
Support classroom systems, maintain accurate daily routines, and help ensure smooth classroom operation.
Model servant leadership, professionalism, and Christ-like care in all interactions with children, families, and coworkers.
Report to work on time, remain actively engaged throughout the workday, and follow academy procedures for attendance and communication.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience working with infants or young children preferred.
Ability to maintain a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
Ability to follow health, safety, sanitation, and feeding procedures with consistency and attention to detail.
Ability to lift infants, bend, kneel, sit on the floor, and remain active throughout the workday.
Strong reliability, attentiveness, patience, and professionalism.
Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with families, coworkers, and leadership.
Commitment to supporting and upholding the Christian mission of Calvary Chapel Christian Academy and contributing to a Christ-centered environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an infant classroom setting
Knowledge of classroom sanitation and licensing-readiness expectations
Strong communication and family partnership skills
Ability to lead with warmth, structure, and consistency
Experience supporting infant developmental milestones and daily routines

Benefits

Competitive pay
Christ-centered work environment
Supportive school leadership
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families
Professional growth within a mission-driven academy