Infant Toddler Teacher

Job Summary

New Life Little Arrows is hiring an Infant Toddder Teacher for its award‑winning early learning center in Florissant, Saint Louis County, US. This full‑time role offers a salary of $39,949.42 per year.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Lead Teacher to design and implement age‑appropriate curriculum for infants (6‑12 months) and toddlers (12‑36 months).
• Facilitate daily activities that promote cognitive, language, social, and motor development.
• Create a nurturing, safe, and stimulating learning environment that encourages exploration and creativity.
• Develop and maintain consistent schedules for feeding, naptime, outdoor play, and structured learning.
• Observe and document each child’s progress, preparing reports for parents and staff meetings.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and licensing regulations at all times.
• Communicate regularly with families, providing updates on milestones and addressing concerns.
• Support classroom transitions and assist with diapering, feeding, and hygiene as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• Current Missouri Early Childhood Education (ECE) certification or willingness to obtain within 90 days.
• Minimum 1 year experience working with infants and toddlers in a licensed childcare setting.
• Strong understanding of developmental milestones and infant/toddler learning strategies.
• Excellent communication, patience, and teamwork skills.
• Background check and CPR/First Aid certification required.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of $39,949.42
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Paid time off and holidays
• Health insurance options after probation period

Frequently Asked Questions

What qualifications are needed to become an Infant Toddler Teacher at New Life Little Arrows?

A high school diploma or GED is required, with an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education preferred. You must have at least one year of experience with infants and toddlers and hold a Missouri ECE certification or obtain it within 90 days.

What is the salary and work schedule for this position?

The role offers a fixed annual salary of $39,949.42. It is a full‑time position with a standard early‑learning center schedule, including mornings and afternoons to cover instructional and care activities.

What benefits does New Life Little Arrows provide to its teachers?

Benefits include professional development and tuition reimbursement, paid time off and holidays, and health insurance options after the probation period.