Job Overview
Join our vibrant early childhood education team as an Infant and Toddler Assistant! In this dynamic role, you will support the development and well-being of infants and toddlers by assisting lead teachers in creating a nurturing, safe, and engaging environment. Your enthusiasm and dedication will help foster early childhood growth, ensuring each child's individual needs are met with care and professionalism. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on young learners during their foundational years.
Duties
- Assist lead teachers in implementing age-appropriate activities that promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development for infants and toddlers
- Support daily routines such as feeding, diapering, nap times, and playtime with patience and attentiveness
- Ensure a safe and clean classroom environment by following health and safety protocols.
- Engage children through interactive play, encouraging curiosity and exploration while maintaining close supervision
- Communicate effectively with parents about their child's progress, needs, and daily experiences to foster trust and collaboration
- Support classroom management strategies that promote positive behavior and developmental milestones
- Help with classroom organization, including preparing materials for activities and maintaining supplies
Qualifications
- Prior experience working with children in daycare, preschool, or similar settings is highly preferred
- Knowledge of child development principles and early childhood education practices
- Certification in first aid, CPR, including pediatric first aid, is required or obtainable upon hire
- Experience working with children with disabilities or special needs is a plus
- Strong understanding of mandated reporting laws related to child safety and welfare
- Excellent child supervision skills combined with patience, compassion, and enthusiasm for early childhood education
- Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, and team members in a professional manner
Join us in shaping bright futures! We are committed to supporting our staff’s growth through ongoing training opportunities in early childhood education.
Pay: $14.50 - $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
