Infant Teacher

Academic Dept.full-time onsite $20.00/hr Posted May 29, 2026

About This Job Infant Teacher — Bright Futures Learning Academy (Onsite, Full-Time, Entry Level)
Join a warm, child-centered team in the heart of Long Beach where you will support infants during their most important early months. As an Infant Teacher, you will create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children (typically 6 weeks to 18 months), partnering closely with families and the Academic Department to deliver developmentally appropriate care and early learning experiences. This role is ideal for an energetic, patient educator who is passionate about building strong attachments, encouraging exploration through play, and laying the foundation for lifelong learning.

What makes this role exciting: you'll work in a small classroom setting with individualized attention, receive mentorship from experienced staff, and watch dramatic developmental progress on a daily basis while contributing to a supportive community of families and colleagues.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities Provide attentive, nurturing care to infants, including feeding, diapering, sleep supervision, and comforting following individualized care plans and state regulations.

Design and implement daily routines and short play-based learning activities that promote sensory, motor, language, and social-emotional development.

Observe and document each child's progress, compile daily reports for families, and communicate changes or concerns promptly and professionally.

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment, following health, sanitation, and safety policies (including safe sleep practices).Collaborate with co-teachers and the Academic Department to plan curriculum, transition plans, and individualized strategies for infants.

Build positive relationships with families through regular communication, parent conferences, and family engagement activities to support continuity of care.

Participate in staff meetings, training, and ongoing professional development to align practices with Bright Futures' program standards and licensing requirements.

Requirements

Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent; completion of an accredited early childhood education certificate or coursework is preferred.

Experience working with infants (volunteer, practicum, or paid) or strong demonstrated interest in early infant care.

Current pediatric CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).Ability to lift, carry, and safely handle infants and supplies; pass background check and any required state fingerprinting/TB screening.

Strong communication skills with children and adults, patience, observation skills, and a team-oriented attitude.

Preferred Qualifications Infant/Toddler CDA (Child Development Associate) or enrollment in an ECE certificate/degree program.

Knowledge of developmental milestones for 0–18 months and experience implementing individualized care plans.

Experience using classroom documentation tools and learning portfolios to record observations and share progress with families.

Bilingual skills (Spanish/English) or additional language ability to support our diverse Long Beach community.

Benefits Benefits Competitive  hourly wage with regular performance reviews and opportunities for raises.

Paid time off and holiday pay for full-time employees.

Support for professional development, including paid training, CEU reimbursement, and mentorship from experienced teachers.

Health benefits eligibility (as applicable to full-time roles) and employee assistance resources.

Employee discounts and childcare tuition reduction policies when available.

Supportive team culture with clear pathways for advancement within the Academic Department.

Reimbursement for required certifications and background checks (as applicable).

Job Description We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Infant Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for early childhood education, a strong background in infant care, and a commitment to creating a stimulating and supportive learning environment for our youngest learners.

Equal Opportunity & Inclusion Statement Bright Futures Learning Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
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