Infant Teacher – Nurture, Inspire, Grow
The Goddard School in Happy Valley, Oregon is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Infant Teacher to join our team! At our preschool, we put our teachers first—because they put our children first. If you have a passion for working with infants and creating a loving, responsive environment, we’d love to meet you.
No Nights or Weekends!
School Hours: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Your Role as an Infant Teacher
Responsive Care & Development
- Provide attentive, nurturing care to infants, meeting their individual needs
- Foster secure attachments through consistent and responsive interactions
- Support developmental milestones through sensory-rich, age-appropriate activities
- Maintain detailed daily records of feeding, sleeping, and developmental progress
Safe & Engaging Environment
- Create a calm, clean, and stimulating classroom designed for infants
- Ensure all health, safety, and sanitation standards are consistently met
- Supervise infants closely during all activities, including tummy time, feeding, and rest
Family Communication
- Build trusting relationships with families through open, daily communication
- Share updates on each child’s day, progress, and developmental achievements
- Partner with parents to support each child’s unique routine and needs
Team Collaboration
- Work closely with co-teachers and leadership to maintain a supportive classroom
- Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and ongoing professional development
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly wage
- Supportive and welcoming team environment
- Medical insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
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No nights, weekends, or major holidays
- Free childcare for first child; 50% off for additional children
- Free registration for all children
- Retirement plan benefits - 401K
- Professional development & CDA tuition reimbursement
- Teacher recognition programs
Qualifications
- High school diploma required; associate or bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education preferred
- Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred
- Previous experience working with infants in a licensed childcare setting preferred
- Completion of state-required pre-service training
- Strong communication skills with families and team members
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and actively engage in infant care routines
If you’re a warm, patient, and energetic caregiver who finds joy in supporting the earliest stages of development, we invite you to join our community. Help us create a foundation for lifelong learning in a state-of-the-art, nurturing environment.
Apply today and make a meaningful impact from the very beginning of a child’s journey.
This Is Your Moment
The joy of childhood comes from those bright sparks of discovery -- moments that delight and surprise us. Your career at The Goddard School can be just as exciting. For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have put each teacher at the heart of everything we do because teachers put each student at the heart of everything they do. The Goddard School trusts, empowers, and honors its exceptional educators. Develop your teaching skills in a vibrant and nurturing environment and make a difference in children's lives every day.
