Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Lead Infant Teacher – Founding Teaching Team
Location: The Learning Experience – Gaithersburg, MD
Pay: $17–$20 per hour
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday

The Learning Experience – Gaithersburg is seeking a caring and experienced Lead Infant Teacher to join our opening team. This role supports children during their earliest stages of development by creating a calm, responsive classroom environment that encourages bonding, sensory exploration, and early communication.

As part of a new center opening, this position offers the opportunity to help shape classroom culture and establish strong routines from day one.

Key Responsibilities

•  Lead daily routines for infants ages 6 weeks to 12 months 
•  Provide attentive care including feeding, diapering, and nap supervision 
•  Create a nurturing environment that supports early development and security 
•  Plan and implement age-appropriate sensory learning activities 
•  Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment 
•  Communicate regularly with families about routines and developmental progress 
•  Support assistant teachers and help establish consistent classroom structure 
•  Ensure compliance with Maryland licensing requirements and center policies 

Qualifications

•  Infant/Toddler qualified under Maryland childcare regulations preferred 
•  High school diploma required (ECE coursework or CDA a plus) 
•  Prior infant classroom experience strongly preferred 
•  Strong understanding of responsive caregiving and infant development 
•  Reliable, collaborative, and nurturing teaching approach 

What We Offer

•  Competitive hourly pay of $17–$20 based on education and experience 
•  Opportunity to join a brand-new center opening team 
•  Professional development and advancement opportunities 
•  Supportive leadership environment 
•  Employee childcare discount 

Apply today to join The Learning Experience – Gaithersburg and help build a warm, high-quality infant classroom where children feel safe, supported, and ready to grow from their very first day.