Assistant Infant Teacher

Summary

The transition from home to childcare is a big leap for a baby—and an even bigger one for a parent. As our Assistant Infant Teacher, you are the bridge that makes it easy. We are looking for a warm, communicative professional who excels at facilitating smooth daily transitions. You’ll be the person who greets families with a smile, provides detailed digital updates on their child’s day, and ensures every baby feels secure and 'at home' in our care. If you have a heart for service and a mind for safety, apply today."

Duties

Nurturing Care & Development

• Responsive Engagement: Provide warm, consistent care by responding to infant cues, leading sensory activities, and encouraging participation in daily play.
• Positive Modeling: Support early "self-help" skills and healthy habits through gentle behavior modeling and interaction.
• Smooth Transitions: Create a welcoming environment to help babies (and parents!) transition happily from home to the center each morning.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Equal Responsibility: Share full accountability for classroom management, ensuring 100% compliance with licensing, health, fire, and SIDS safe-sleep regulations.
• Hygiene Excellence: Attentively manage personal care routines, including diapering, handwashing, and feeding, while maintaining a sanitized and organized environment.
• Meticulous Records: Collaborate with your co-teacher to keep real-time, accurate attendance and daily care logs (feedings, naps, and diapering).

Communication & Professionalism

• Parent Partnerships: Build deep trust through frequent updates, daily reports, and professional discussions about each child’s progress.
• Integrity & Discretion: Maintain strict confidentiality regarding student records, family information, and center operations.
• Continuous Growth: Participate in staff meetings and professional development to stay current on infant brain development and safety best practices.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (CDA or ECE credits preferred).
• Minimum of one year of experience in a licensed childcare setting preferred but not required.
• Ability to meet all state licensing requirements and pass a background check.
• Current (or willingness to obtain) CPR, First Aid, and SIDS/Safe Sleep certifications, and any other trainings required by licensing.
• Physical stamina to sit on the floor, lift infants, and move quickly throughout the day.
• Positive attitude and demeanor
• Team player

About Us

Our Dedication to Early Education

Our program is built with the clear intention of offering far more than basic care. We are committed to an educational model that ensures genuine learning.

We consider ourselves to be education professionals who firmly believe every child deserves a high-quality start. Our work is so important because 90% of a child's brain development happens in their first five years.

We believe children learn best by playing and being guided by great teachers. Our teachers don't just happen upon lessons; their activities are thoughtful, backed by research, and tailored to meet what your child needs. 

Our goal is to make learning so exciting that your child is always eager to explore the world.