Lead Infant Teacher

Location: 4550 Red Bank Expy, Cincinnati, OH 45227

Are you passionate about infant development and ready to lead a classroom where children feel safe, supported, and encouraged to grow? Best Point Education & Behavioral Health is seeking a dedicated Lead Infant Teacher to provide high-quality, developmentally appropriate care while guiding a classroom team. In this role, you’ll lead curriculum implementation, support assistant teachers, build meaningful relationships with families, and create a nurturing learning environment that promotes infants’ cognitive, motor, social, and emotional development.

Health & Wellness Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting as low as $27 per paycheck for eligible employees HSA with employer contributions up to $1,200 annually for eligible 2+ person plans FSA options Free preventive care and wellness programs Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential emotional, financial, legal, and personal support Pet insurance options Financial Security Competitive 403(b) retirement plan with up to 4% employer match Employer-paid life insurance valued at 2.5 times annual salary, up to $300,000, for eligible employees Short- and long-term disability coverage Educational loan forgiveness support and resources Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility Career Growth & Development Free CEUs and licensure supervision, where applicable Tuition reimbursement opportunities 10% tuition discount for online programs through the University of Cincinnati Leadership Academy and professional development programs at no cost Interest-free personal computer loan program Employee referral bonus opportunities Time Away Generous PTO, up to 34 days off in the first year for eligible employees 10 paid holidays Paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement Work-life balance support

Create and maintain a safe, responsive, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate infant classroom. Implement curriculum aligned with SUTQ standards and the Creative Curriculum. Support infants’ cognitive, motor, social, and emotional development through engaging daily experiences. Balance child-initiated activities with teacher-guided learning opportunities. Observe children’s development and use assessment information to support individualized learning experiences. Maintain a classroom environment that promotes healthy development, exploration, and school readiness. Lead & Support Your Classroom Team Provide classroom leadership and guidance to assistant teachers. Lead and support assistant teachers in daily classroom activities and routines. Promote effective communication, teamwork, and consistency across the classroom. Model responsive, developmentally appropriate interactions with children. Support a collaborative environment focused on high-quality care and learning. Partner with Families & Professionals Establish positive, respectful, and productive relationships with children’s families. Communicate regularly with families about each child’s progress, development, and daily experiences. Respond to parent questions and concerns professionally and compassionately. Collaborate with therapists, specialists, and internal teams to address individual children’s needs. Support partnerships that promote children’s well-being and developmental progress. Support Program Quality & Compliance Ensure classroom practices align with Ohio Department of Job and Family Services licensing requirements. Maintain accurate documentation, lesson plans, assessments, and child portfolios. Support enrollment efforts and program quality goals. Participate in required trainings and ongoing professional development. Contribute to a high-quality early learning environment that supports children, families, and staff.