Join Our Growing Team!
Kiddie Academy of Fleming Island is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and nurturing Infant Assistant Teacher to join our exceptional early childhood education team. If you have a passion for caring for infants and helping them reach important developmental milestones in a safe, loving, and engaging environment, we would love to meet you.
At Kiddie Academy, we believe the first year of life is the foundation for lifelong learning. Our teachers create meaningful relationships with children and families while providing high-quality care and educational experiences every day.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Lead Infant Teacher in providing exceptional care for infants ages 6 weeks to 12 months.
- Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and nurturing classroom environment.
- Follow individualized feeding, diapering, sleeping, and care schedules.
- Support age-appropriate developmental activities that encourage cognitive, physical, language, and social-emotional growth.
- Comfort, soothe, and respond promptly to infants' individual needs.
- Maintain accurate daily communication with families regarding meals, naps, diaper changes, and developmental milestones.
- Ensure compliance with Kiddie Academy standards and all Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) licensing regulations.
- Maintain appropriate supervision and staff-to-child ratios at all times.
- Collaborate with fellow teachers and administration to provide the highest quality of care.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous experience working with infants in a licensed childcare center is preferred.
- Florida DCF 45-Hour Introductory Child Care Training or willingness to complete required training within state timelines.
- Current CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Ability to successfully complete Level 2 Background Screening.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and actively participate in daily classroom activities.
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly pay
- Paid training and professional development
- Supportive leadership team
- Positive and collaborative work environment
- Opportunities for advancement within Kiddie Academy
- Employee childcare discount (where applicable)
- Paid time off and holiday benefits for eligible employees
Why Kiddie Academy?
Our educators make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families every day. We value teamwork, professionalism, continuous learning, and creating an environment where both children and teachers thrive.
If you are passionate about early childhood education and ready to build a rewarding career, we encourage you to apply today!
Kiddie Academy of Fleming Island is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Childcare
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Experience:
- Preschool: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- 45 Hours DCF Training Completion (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Fleming Island, FL 32003 (Required)
Work Location: In person
