Head Teacher: Infant & Young Toddler (3–24 Months)

Why Blooming Prep

At Blooming Prep, teachers are highly valued as professional partners in our growing team. Our classrooms are designed to support curiosity, connection, independence, and meaningful learning from the very beginning. Infant and young toddler teachers play an essential role in building the secure, nurturing foundation children need to thrive.

About the Role

Blooming Prep is a brand-new independent nursery and preschool inspired by Reggio Emilia and Montessori. We are seeking warm, attentive, and experienced Head Infant & Young Toddler Teachers to join our founding team, with positions available at our Brooklyn Heights and Gowanus locations.

Our Infant & Young Toddler Program is designed to feel like an extension of the home—a welcoming environment where children build secure relationships, explore with curiosity, and develop confidence and independence. Teachers provide consistent, individualized care and meaningful learning experiences tailored to each child’s developmental stage.

Key Responsibilities

• Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom for infants or young toddlers.
• Plan developmentally appropriate sensory, movement, language, music, and exploratory experiences inspired by Reggio Emilia and Montessori.
• Provide responsive care, adapting feeding, sleeping, diapering, and daily routines to each child’s needs while following school policies.
• Observe and document children’s interests, development, and progress to guide classroom planning.
• Build trusting family relationships through daily communication and thoughtful updates.
• Lead classroom routines and work closely with assistant teachers to provide consistent care and supervision.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting learning environment.
• Follow applicable NYC Department of Health Article 47 requirements and Blooming Prep’s health, safety, and sanitation procedures.

Qualifications

• An AA/AS or bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, or a related field is preferred; or
• CDA certification and a study plan leading to an associate’s degree in early childhood education; or
• High school diploma and 5 years of supervised experience in an infant/toddler classroom; or
• 12 credits towards Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education and 2 years of experience with this age group in a childcare setting
• Previous experience caring for and teaching infants or young toddlers in a licensed early childhood program is strongly preferred.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain certification before starting.
• Ability to complete all required background checks, clearances, and employment documentation.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

What We Are Looking For

• A caring educator who enjoys working with infants and young toddlers.
• Strong understanding of early development, responsive caregiving, and developmentally appropriate practice.
• A warm, patient, dependable approach and close attention to children’s well-being.
• Strong communication, organizational, and classroom leadership skills.
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to professional growth.
• Experience with Montessori or Reggio Emilia–inspired approaches is a plus.
• Spanish and/or French language skills are a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation
• 401(k) contribution
• Life Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid time off: Four weeks annually, including scheduled school closures and holidays
• Professional Development
• Career growth opportunities
• Supportive, collaborative, professional team