Lead Infant / Toddler Teacher
Listed on 2026-08-02
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Education / Teaching
Early Childhood Education, Preschool / Daycare, Child Development/Support, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities -
Child Care/Nanny
Preschool / Daycare, Child Development/Support
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Free food & snacks
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- Wellness resources
STEM Child Care in Castle Rock, CO is looking for a passionate and nurturing Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher to join our growing team! In this role, you'll help shape the earliest and most critical years of a child's development in a supportive, innovative environment. If you love working with little ones and are excited about bringing curiosity and care into the classroom, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities:- Plan and implement age-appropriate, STEM-inspired curriculum for infants and toddlers
- Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environment that supports developmental milestones
- Observe and document each child's growth, behavior, and developmental progress
- Communicate regularly and effectively with parents and guardians regarding their child's daily activities and development
- Supervise and mentor assistant teachers and classroom aides
- Maintain compliance with state licensing regulations and health and safety standards
- Collaborate with fellow educators and leadership to continuously improve classroom practices
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or related field preferred
- Minimum ECE credits required per Colorado childcare licensing standards
- Prior experience in an infant/toddler classroom setting strongly preferred
- Current CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain
- Strong understanding of infant and toddler developmental stages and best practices
- Warm, patient, and dependable with a genuine passion for early childhood education
- Ability to pass a required background check per Colorado licensing requirements
STEM Child Care is a family-owned and operated early childhood education center in Castle Rock, CO, dedicated to inspiring young minds through play-based, STEM-focused learning from the very start. Families trust us to provide a safe, engaging, and enriching environment where their children can thrive. Our team enjoys a collaborative workplace culture, competitive benefits, and the rewarding experience of making a real difference in children's lives every single day.
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