Position Overview
Kiddie Academy is seeking an exceptional Infant Program Supervisor to lead our infant program and ensure the highest standards of care, health, and early learning for our youngest children. This full-time leadership position combines the responsibilities of a Lead Teacher with oversight of classroom quality, infant health and wellness practices, and the coaching and development of fellow educators.
The ideal candidate is compassionate, highly organized, and knowledgeable in infant development and best practices for infant care. As the Infant Program Supervisor, you will serve as the primary leader of the infant classroom, mentor teaching staff, build strong relationships with families, and create a nurturing environment where every child feels safe, loved, and supported.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the daily operations of the Infant classroom.
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with Kiddie Academy standards.
- Oversee all infant health and wellness practices, including feeding schedules, bottle preparation, safe sleep procedures, diapering, sanitation, and medication administration in accordance with licensing regulations.
- Ensure individualized care plans are followed for each infant.
- Monitor children's developmental milestones and communicate progress with families.
- Supervise, coach, and mentor assistant teachers while maintaining high classroom quality.
- Build trusting relationships with families through consistent communication and partnership.
- Maintain accurate health records, daily reports, incident documentation, and classroom documentation.
- Ensure compliance with all Colorado licensing regulations, health and safety standards, and Kiddie Academy policies.
- Partner with academy leadership to continuously improve classroom quality and infant care practices.
Qualifications
- Meet Colorado licensing requirements for Infant Program Supervisor.
- CDA, Certificate in Infant and Toddler Care, or Degree in Early Childhood Education, Education, Human Development, or a related field (preferred).
- PDIS Early Childhood Professional Credential Level II or higher (Version 3.0).
- Qualified as a Group Leader/Early Childhood Teacher (ECT).
- Completion of Expanding Quality in Infant Toddler Care (EQIT).
- CPR and First Aid Certification (preferred).
- Must provide verification of hours working with children.
Work Schedule
- Full-time position (Monday–Friday)
What We're Looking For
- A nurturing leader who is passionate about infant development.
- Someone who naturally coaches, mentors, and inspires others.
- Exceptional attention to health, safety, and quality of care.
- Calm, dependable, and highly organized.
- Professional, collaborative, and committed to providing an outstanding experience for every child and family.
- A team member who embodies Kiddie Academy's mission of Awakening Possibilities® Through Life Essentials®, creating a safe, loving, and engaging environment where infants can reach their fullest potential.
Why Join Kiddie Academy?
At Kiddie Academy, we believe our educators are the heart of everything we do. We invest in our team through professional development, collaborative leadership, and a culture built on respect, support, and excellence. If you are passionate about providing exceptional infant care while leading and inspiring fellow educators, we'd love to meet you.
Pay: $22.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
