Job Description
Job DescriptionInfant Teacher (Full-Time)
About Us
The T.E.A. Center is an innovative and nurturing early childhood and youth enrichment center in McLean, VA. We provide a warm, responsive environment where infants feel safe, loved, and supported as they begin their earliest learning journey.
Position Summary
We are seeking a caring and dependable Infant Teacher who is passionate about nurturing babies during their most important developmental stage. The ideal candidate will provide responsive care, support early development, and create a calm, engaging environment for infants.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide attentive, responsive care including feeding, diapering, and soothing
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Foster secure attachments through nurturing interactions
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Support sensory exploration and early developmental milestones
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Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment
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Follow daily routines and communicate with families about their child’s day
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Ensure compliance with health, safety, and licensing regulations
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Collaborate with team members to support a positive classroom environment
Qualifications
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Experience caring for infants in a childcare or home setting preferred
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Understanding of infant development and responsive care-giving
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Patient, nurturing, and dependable personality
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Ability to lift and carry infants and remain active throughout the day
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CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
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Ability to pass a background check and meet state childcare requirements
Job Details
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Job Type: Full-Time
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Location: The T.E.A. Center, McLean, VA
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Schedule: Monday–Friday (exact hours provided upon hiring)
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Pay: Based on experience
Why Join Our Team?
Supportive and caring work environment
Meaningful work nurturing early development
Professional growth opportunities
A warm, family-centered community
Help our youngest learners feel safe, loved, and ready to grow.
Apply today to join The T.E.A. Center family!