Bright stars is hiring: Infant Teacher in Hamilton

Salary: 13.00 per hour

Position Title: Infant Lead Teacher
Location: BrightStars Learning Academy Starkville, Mississippi
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $13.00 per hour
Schedule: 8-hour shift between 7:00 AM 5:00 PM (must maintain open availability)

Position Summary:

BrightStars Learning Academy is seeking a qualified, compassionate, and highly skilled Infant Lead Teacher to join our Starkville team. The ideal candidate is committed to early childhood excellence, demonstrates professional integrity, and exhibits the ability to foster a nurturing, safe, and developmentally appropriate environment for infants ages 6 weeks to 12 months.

This position is responsible for the day-to-day implementation of curriculum, supervision, and care of infants in accordance with Mississippi Department of Health licensing standards, NAEYC best practices, and internal operational protocols.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential OR
  • Associates Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Experience:
  • A minimum of two (2) years of paid work experience in a licensed childcare center, nursery, or early learning program, serving infants or toddlers.
• Age & Background Requirements:
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Must pass comprehensive FBI fingerprint background check, child abuse clearance, sex offender registry check, and health/TB screening prior to hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current First Aid & Infant/Child CPR Certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire)
• Knowledge of the MISSISSIPPI EARLY LEARNING GUIDELINES for Infants and Toddlers
• Proficiency in Brightwheel or comparable early learning platforms
• Prior experience with infant curriculum implementation and observation-based assessment tools

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide direct care and supervision to infants in accordance with ratio guidelines at all times.
• Create and maintain a warm, responsive, and stimulating classroom environment that supports each childs developmental progress.
• Ensure adherence to diapering, feeding, and sanitation protocols with full compliance to health and safety standards.
• Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans that support cognitive, emotional, social, and physical development.
• Conduct regular developmental assessments and maintain accurate, confidential records.
• Collaborate with families to support individualized care routines and maintain open communication through daily updates and formal conferences.
• Participate in required training, staff development, and team meetings.
• Maintain classroom cleanliness and contribute to center-wide safety procedures and emergency preparedness.
• Demonstrate ethical conduct, professionalism, and reliability in all aspects of job performance.

Schedule & Benefits:

• Open availability required: Monday through Friday, between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Assigned an 8-hour shift within that window.
• Paid Holidays following a 90-day probationary period.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) eligibility upon completion of introductory period.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career advancement.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

BrightStars Learning Academy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion, or veteran status. We encourage applications from candidates who reflect the diverse communities we serve.