Infant Toddler Teacher Jobs
Infant Toddler Teacher jobs are open across child care centers, Head Start programs, and early intervention settings, from entry-level assistant roles to lead teacher and program coordinator positions, with specializations in infant care, toddler curriculum, and developmental screenings. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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We are hiring for all positions! Join our team of professionals and empower children to cultivate wonder in the heart of every child.
We are looking for people who have:
- A love of working with children, causing smiles and nurturing potential
- A strong sense of personal ethics and excellence, refusing to abuse the system by taking advantage of benefits
- Personal discipline, coming to work as scheduled and on time, reliable
- The desire to act as a professional educator and live as a model to the next generation
- A positive, outgoing, optimistic, caring personality, contributing to our highly positive team culture
- Ability to operate and work within already set up systems and processes
What you can expect from Wonder Kids Early Learning Center
- Ultra clean and bright work environment
- Competitive pay and benefits
- Full-time staff gets 40 hours of sick time, 40 hours of vacation time, and full and part-time staff (after 90 days) get the week between Christmas and New Years off and paid.
- Local owners who care deeply about the staff morale
- Opportunity and support and paid career advancement for professional growth and development
- Grateful parents and a strong community who show love and appreciation to our teachers
Basic Job Requirements:
- 18+ years of age
- High school diploma or GED
- 1+ years of experience with young children
- Willingness to obtain EEC certification (taking necessary state courses)
Some Job Positions Require:
- EEC certification
- Lead Teacher certification
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in infant toddler teacher jobs.
- Infant-Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or equivalent early childhood degree
- Current CPR and pediatric first aid certification for infants and toddlers
- Experience implementing primary caregiving routines for children birth to age three
- Knowledge of developmental milestones and experience using observational assessment tools
- Ability to maintain required child-to-staff ratios and comply with state licensing regulations
- Strong communication skills for daily parent reports and team collaboration in a caregiving environment
Tips for Your Infant Toddler Teacher Job Search
List your infant-specific certifications first
Infant and toddler roles often require credentials beyond a general CDA. Put your Infant-Toddler CDA, CPR and first aid certification, and any PITC or RIE training at the top of your resume so hiring managers spot them immediately.
Tailor your resume to age group
Hiring directors want teachers who understand the zero-to-three developmental window specifically. Replace generic phrases like 'early childhood experience' with concrete examples: responsive feeding routines, primary caregiving models, or developmental milestone tracking for infants and young toddlers.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists infant toddler teacher openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by program funding type
Head Start, Early Head Start, and state-funded child care programs each carry different ratio requirements and professional development expectations. Knowing which funding type a center operates under helps you decide where your experience fits and what to emphasize in your cover letter.
Prepare a documentation portfolio before interviews
Many centers ask candidates to show how they observe and record child development. Bring anonymized samples of anecdotal notes, developmental checklists, or learning stories you've written, since these demonstrate your assessment skills more concretely than a resume alone.
Negotiate professional development in your offer
Salary flexibility is limited at many child care programs, but directors often have room to offer paid training days, conference attendance, or tuition support for coursework toward an associate or bachelor's degree in early childhood education. Ask about this directly when evaluating any offer.
Infant Toddler Teacher Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most infant toddler teachers?
The most active employers for infant toddler teachers right now are Childtime Learning Centers, Clackamas County Children's Commission, and La Petite Academy, and the most openings are in California, Oregon, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Early Head Start grantees and large child care chains tend to post consistently throughout the year.
How many infant toddler teacher jobs are remote?
About 4% of infant toddler teacher openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most direct caregiving roles require in-person presence with children. Remote opportunities in this field tend to be concentrated in curriculum development, family coaching, early intervention consulting, and virtual parent education roles rather than classroom teaching positions.
How do you become an infant toddler teacher?
To become an infant toddler teacher, earn at least a high school diploma and complete an Infant-Toddler Child Development Associate credential, which requires coursework, a professional portfolio, and a formal observation with a CDA specialist. Many positions also require current CPR and first aid certification. Building hands-on experience through practicum hours, volunteer work at child care centers, or assistant teacher roles strengthens your candidacy before applying to lead teacher positions.
Can you get hired as an infant toddler teacher with little experience?
Yes, many programs hire entry-level candidates as assistant or aide teachers to work alongside experienced lead teachers while they complete their CDA coursework. Highlighting any hands-on time with infants or toddlers, including babysitting, nannying, or volunteer work at family resource centers, helps offset limited formal classroom experience. Some Head Start programs also offer paid training pathways specifically designed for candidates who are early in their career.
What does the infant toddler teacher interview process look like?
Most programs begin with a phone or video screening focused on your experience with infants and toddlers, your understanding of developmentally appropriate practice, and your familiarity with state licensing requirements. A second round typically involves an on-site visit where you may interact with children or complete a brief observation activity. Directors often ask scenario-based questions about handling separation anxiety, communicating with parents about developmental concerns, and managing daily caregiving routines in a primary caregiving model.
Where can I find and apply to infant toddler teacher jobs?
You can find and apply to infant toddler teacher jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from child care centers, Head Start programs, and early intervention settings across the United States. Search for roles that match your credentials and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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