Infant Teacher – Early Childhood Education (ECE)

Because Children Matter, LLC | Noah's Place Early Learning Centers

Location: Lynwood, CA (On-site)

Address: 3580 East Imperial Hwy, CA 90262
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8-Hour Shifts
Pay: $19.50–$24.00 per hour (based on qualifications and experience)

Join Our Team!

Love working with infants? Build your career in early childhood education with us!

Because Children Matter (BCM) is hiring a caring, dependable, and enthusiastic Infant Teacher for our Noah's Place Early Learning Center in Los Angeles!

We're looking for someone passionate about infant development who enjoys creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment.

Don't have your California Child Development Permit yet? We can help you apply! We encourage candidates with qualifying ECE coursework to apply.

Why Join Because Children Matter?

• Competitive Pay: $19.50–$24.00 per hour based on qualifications and experience.

• Consistent Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday employment.

• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees.

• Employer-Paid Benefits: Short-term and long-term disability coverage, subject to eligibility.

• Paid Sick Leave: In accordance with California law and company policy.

• Retirement Benefits: 401(k) retirement plan.

• Permit Application Assistance: Guidance and support throughout the California Child Development Permit application process.

• Professional Growth: Training and professional development opportunities.

What You'll Do

• Provide safe, nurturing, and attentive care for infants.

• Plan and implement age-appropriate learning activities that support early childhood development.

• Assist with feeding, diapering, napping, and other daily care routines.

• Observe and document children's developmental progress, including DRDP assessments.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming classroom environment.

• Build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers.

• Follow applicable California childcare licensing regulations and company policies.

Required Qualifications

• Completion of the ECE/Child Development coursework required for the position, including applicable infant/toddler units.

• Current California Child Development Permit or eligibility and willingness to apply for the appropriate permit with BCM assistance, where permitted by applicable program requirements.

• Understanding of infant development and developmentally appropriate practices.

• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.

• Ability to provide patient, responsive, and attentive infant care.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current California Child Development Teacher Permit.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.

• Previous experience working with infants in a licensed childcare center.

• Familiarity with DRDP assessments.

• Bilingual English/Spanish skills.

Additional Employment Requirements

• Successful completion of applicable DOJ, FBI, and Child Abuse Central Index (CACI) background clearances.

• Completion of required health screening, tuberculosis clearance, and other applicable onboarding requirements.

• Ability to perform essential infant care duties, including lifting, bending, kneeling, and sitting on the floor, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Apply Today!

Start or grow your career in early childhood education with Because Children Matter!

Whether you already hold your California Child Development Permit or qualify to apply for one, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help give infants a strong start in life!

Because Children Matter, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Employment is contingent upon meeting applicable licensing, qualification, and background clearance requirements. This posting does not create an employment contract.