Lead Infant Teacher

Heartfelt Impressions Learning Centers

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Lake Orion, Michigan, US on site Until 8/21/2026 First posted April 10, 2026 Last posted April 10, 2026
Job description

Heartfelt Impressions Learning Centers is committed to providing a safe, nurturing and enriching environment for young children to explore, learn, and grow. We believe in the importance of early childhood education and are actively seeking a compassionate and dedicated Lead Infant Teacher to join our Lake Orion team.

As the Lead Infant Teacher, you will play a vital role in the development and well-being of infants, leading the day-to-day activities with the support and collaboration of an assistant teacher to provide the best possible learning experience and care for infants utilizing the High Scope curriculum.

Position Details:

  • Status: Regular, full-time
  • Schedule: Monday – Friday (8:30am-5:30pm)
  • Pay rate- $16-$20/hour (based on certification or degree and years of experience)
  • Location: Onsite, Lake Orion, MI

 

Our Lake Orion campus has earned the Certificate of Recognition from Great Start Quality, the equivalent of a five-star rating, and has consistently been voted readers’ choice Best of the Best.

Requirements

  • CDA (Child Development Associate) credential required
  • Bachelor’s or associate degree in early childhood education, child development or child-related field preferred
  • Minimum of one year experience in an infant classroom required
  • CPR Certification
  • Willing to pursue higher education in accordance with NAEYC and Michigan Child Care Licensing guidelines for ECE Teachers

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensures overall safety of children
  • Develop and implement daily lesson plans based on individual student’s needs and interests
  • Implement HighScope curriculum, philosophy, and assessment tools
  • Conduct Parent Teacher conferences
  • Comply with licensing rules, regulations, and procedures
  • Partner with parents and assist students regarding “Toilet Learning” approaches
  • Ensure the classroom is engaging and developmentally age appropriate

Benefits

  • Paid professional development
  • Childcare discount (TriShare)
  • Medical, dental, vision insurance (choice of plans)
  • Free Telehealth and Employee Assistance Program
  • Aflac Supplemental Insurance
  • Paid time off
  • 401K with company match
  • Paid Planning Time
  • Referral bonuses
  • Annual performance reviews and increases
  • Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks
  • Birthday benefits

 

Working at Heartfelt Impressions you will be seen, heard and valued as the educator you are. You will become a part of a family and culture where your knowledge and expertise are appreciated. We aren't your typical childcare center- we are educators who teach from the heart!

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About this role

Summary

Lead infant classroom care, lesson planning, safety, parent collaboration, curriculum implementation, and compliance.

Job title

Lead Infant Teacher

Experience level

1+ years

Industry

early childhood education

Location requirements

Onsite in Lake Orion, MI, no remote work allowed.

Salary

$16-$20/hour

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

child development associateCPR

Preferred skills

bachelor’s degreeassociate degreeNAEYC

Specializations

infant carecurriculum implementationchild developmentearly childhood
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Lake Orion, MI 48362, USA

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