Child Care Infant Teacher

Now Hiring:
Full-Time Infant Teacher

Baby Village in Portland, OR (97232) is seeking a caring and dedicated Infant Teacher to join our wonderful school family! This is a full-time position with a starting pay of $20.00 per hour .

Are you passionate about helping our youngest learners grow, feel safe, and thrive? We are looking for an educator who loves working with babies, building strong connections with families, and meets the professional standards required for Oregon early childhood classrooms.

• Position: Infant Teacher (Ages 6 weeks – 12 months)
• Schedule: Full-time
• Pay: Starting from $20.00 per hour
• Location: Portland, OR 97232

To comply with the Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC) center licensing standards, candidates must be Teacher Qualified . This means you must meet at least one of the following criteria:

• A minimum of 750 hours of qualifying teaching experience in a Certified Child Care Center (specifically with infants/toddlers).
• Documentation of attaining at least Step 6 or higher on the Oregon Registry .
• At least an Associate’s Degree or higher with a major in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
• An equivalent combination of completed college credits in ECE/Child Development alongside documented classroom experience.

• Must be active and listed on the Oregon State Criminal Background Registry (C ) prior to your official hire date.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Ability to comfortably perform daily physical duties, including lifting infants, diapering, and sitting on the floor.
• A warm, patient, team-player attitude and a strong professional work ethic.

• Provide a safe, clean, and deeply nurturing environment tailored specifically for infants.
• Plan and lead age-appropriate daily activities, including tummy time, sensory play, music, and outdoor stroller walks.
• Track and support the emotional, social, and physical milestones of developing babies.
• Maintain clear communication and build trusting, positive relationships with parents and families.
• Ensure routines like feeding schedules, nap times, and diapering are handled with strict care and attentiveness.

WeVillage is a flexible and full-time early learning center! We have 2 Portland Locations! We are not a huge corporate company so there is much room for creative curriculum and fresh ideas in educating. We are smack in the middle of The Pearl District in NW Portland and we use the environment in our curriculum.

WeVillage is a flexible and full-time early learning center! We have 2 Portland Locations! We are not a huge corporate company so there is much room for creative curriculum and fresh ideas in educating. We are smack in the middle of The Pearl District in NW Portland and we use the environment in our curriculum.