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Lead Infant Teacher


Job Location:

Colorado Springs, CO - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 19 - 22
Posted: 2 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 30 August 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
The job posting is outdated and position may be filled

Job Summary

Benefits:
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Signing bonus
Compensation & Benefits
Pay Range: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour

$1000 Hiring Bonus
Available for qualified candidates who meet position requirements credential requirements (PDIS Level 2 or higher where applicable) and schedule availability requirements. Bonus paid according to company policy and employment agreement.
Employee Referral Bonus: $250


Position Summary
As a Lead Infant Teacher you will guide a classroom serving children ages 6 weeks through 18 months. You will create a safe nurturing and engaging environment that promotes development exploration and meaningful interactions while supporting assistant teachers and partnering with families.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Lead daily classroom operations and maintain a positive learning environment.
  • Foster strong attachments and responsive caregiving practices.
  • Implement The Learning Experiences proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum.
  • Observe and document developmental milestones.
  • Coach support and mentor assistant teachers and support staff.
  • Maintain compliance with Colorado licensing regulations and health and safety standards.
  • Build trusting relationships with families through ongoing communication and partnership.
  • Complete classroom documentation assessments and daily reports.
  • Support center-wide initiatives events and enrollment efforts.
  • Ensure active supervision and safe care practices at all times.
Paid Time Off & School Closures
  • Up to 80 Hours Paid Time Off
  • 9 Paid Holidays
Additional Benefits
  • Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Employer-Paid Life Insurance
  • Employer-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Telehealth & Telemedicine Services
  • 401(k) with Employer Match
  • Childcare Discount Opportunities
  • Paid Training and Professional Development
  • Career Growth Opportunities
Qualifications:
Is at least Eighteen (18) years of age.
Hold a certificate in Infant and Toddler care from a regionally accredited college or university with completion of a minimum of 30 semester hours in the development and care of infants and toddlers in a group setting.
Or an adult who is currently certified as a Child Development Associate (CDA) and has completed the Department approved expanding quality in infant and toddler development course of training.
Or a current Early Childhood Professional Credential Version 3.0 Level II or higher as determined by the Colorado Shines.
Has completed one three-semester-hour class in infant/toddler development; or
Has completed the Department-approved Expanding Quality in Infant and Toddler Development and holds twelve months of verifiable full-day experience working with Infants and/or Toddlers.

How To Apply:

To apply and learn more about The Learning Experience please visit our website at: or Email:
Compensation: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour



The Learning Experience

At The Learning Experience we make early education joyful engaging and fun so children are happy to learn play and grow.

Our curriculum focuses on the six ages and stages of early childhood development and engages children in hands-on learning activities that encourage them to explore and solve problems at their own rate of development. This forms a foundation for kids to Learn Play and Grow under the care of our nurturing teachers and staff.

At TLE weve created a full cast of characters that become our little learners educators partners and friends through their preschool education journey. Each character has a unique personality and area of interest and brings learning to life by allowing children to explore the world through fun and imagination.


This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location and not to The Learning Experience Corporate.


Required Experience:

IC


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The Learning Experience is more than just a child care center. It’s a place where children learn, grow, and have fun. Discover our programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarteners today!

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