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To apply directly and set up an interview, please email Deandra at deandra@littlestarsmilford.com.

Position Summary:
The Infant Teacher is responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for infants ages 6 weeks to 12 months. This role focuses on building strong, responsive relationships, supporting early development, and partnering with families to ensure each child’s needs are met with care and intention.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide loving, attentive care to infants while following individualized schedules for feeding, sleeping, and daily routines

• Support infant development through sensory exploration, gross and fine motor activities, early communication, and play-based learning

• Observe and document developmental milestones and daily experiences

• Create a clean, safe, and engaging classroom environment that meets licensing and health requirements

• Communicate effectively and warmly with families regarding daily care, milestones, and progress

• Follow all center policies, state regulations, and safety procedures

• Collaborate with team members to maintain consistent, high-quality care

Qualifications:

• Experience working with infants in a licensed childcare or early education setting preferred

• Knowledge of infant development and developmentally appropriate practices

• Strong communication, patience, and nurturing skills

• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

Hours:

• Open to Discussion

To apply directly and set up an interview, please email Deandra at deandra@littlestarsmilford.com.

Position Summary:
The Lead Pre-K Teacher (Ages 4–6) is responsible for designing and leading a structured, engaging, and academically rich classroom environment that prepares children for a successful transition to kindergarten. This role focuses on advancing early literacy, math readiness, critical thinking, and social-emotional development while fostering independence, confidence, and a love of learning. The Lead Teacher provides strong classroom leadership, mentors support staff, and builds meaningful partnerships with families.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive, standards-aligned lesson plans that promote kindergarten readiness for children ages 4–6

• Deliver intentional instruction in early reading (phonemic awareness, letter-sound recognition, beginning decoding), writing, math concepts, science inquiry, and problem-solving

• Facilitate structured whole-group lessons, small-group instruction, and differentiated learning centers

• Prepare children for elementary school routines by promoting independence, responsibility, and self-regulation

• Assess and document student progress through formal and informal assessments, portfolios, and developmental checklists

• Maintain a well-organized, stimulating, and print-rich classroom environment that meets licensing and health standards

• Communicate regularly and professionally with families regarding progress, behavior, and school readiness

• Supervise and mentor assistant teachers, modeling best practices in classroom management and instruction

• Ensure compliance with all center policies, state regulations, and safety procedures

• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, curriculum planning, and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications:

• Experience working with Pre-K or kindergarten-aged children (4–6 years) in a licensed early childhood or educational setting required

• Strong understanding of kindergarten readiness standards and developmentally appropriate academic instruction

• Experience with curriculum planning, classroom leadership, and child assessment tools

• Ability to manage a structured classroom environment with consistency, warmth, and professionalism

• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills

• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

• Degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred

Hours:
Open to Discussion

To apply directly and set up an interview, please email Deandra at deandra@littlestarsmilford.com.

Position Summary:
The Assistant Pre-K Teacher supports the Lead Pre-K Teacher in creating a structured, engaging, and developmentally appropriate classroom for children ages 4–6. This role assists with implementing curriculum, supporting kindergarten readiness skills, maintaining classroom organization, and fostering a positive, nurturing environment where children can grow academically, socially, and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing daily lesson plans aligned with kindergarten readiness standards

• Support whole-group instruction, small-group activities, and learning centers

• Reinforce early literacy skills such as letter recognition, phonemic awareness, and beginning writing

• Support early math concepts including counting, number recognition, patterns, and problem-solving

• Provide consistent classroom management by modeling positive behavior and supporting self-regulation

• Assist with classroom preparation, materials organization, and maintaining a print-rich, engaging environment

• Supervise children during indoor and outdoor play, transitions, meals, and rest time

• Observe and share student progress and concerns with the Lead Teacher

• Communicate professionally and warmly with families during drop-off and pick-up

• Follow all center policies, state regulations, and safety procedures

• Collaborate effectively with classroom team members to ensure consistency and quality instruction

Qualifications:

• Experience working with preschool or Pre-K aged children preferred

• Basic understanding of kindergarten readiness expectations and developmentally appropriate practices

• Ability to follow direction while taking initiative in supporting classroom needs

• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills

• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

• High school diploma required; coursework in Early Childhood Education preferred

Hours:
Open to Discussion