Assistant Infant Teacher West Campus

Lititz Christian School; Lititz (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Lititz Christian School is seeking an Infant Assistant Teacher to support the Lead Teacher in creating a safe and nurturing environment for infants aged 6 weeks to 12 months. The ideal candidate will have a commitment to early childhood education and enhancing a Christ-centered atmosphere, along with hands-on experience in childcare.

Benefits

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus 2 years of childcare experience.
• Commitment to faith-based education.
• Background checks required.

Responsibilities

• Provide loving care to infants, ensuring their basic needs are met.
• Assist the Lead Teacher in daily routines and classroom activities.
• Maintain positive communication with parents and staff.

Skills

Child Care

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Associate degree (AA) in Early Childhood Education

Child Development Associate (CDA)

Job description

Benefits:

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

The Infant Assistant Teacher supports the Infant Lead Teacher in providing a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for infants ages 6 weeks to 12 months. The assistant teacher helps implement daily routines, engage with children, and maintain a Christ-centered atmosphere that fosters growth and care for each child.

Key Responsibilities:

Child Care & Interaction:

Provide responsive and loving care to infants, ensuring their basic needs (feeding, diapering, napping) are consistently met.

Assist in engaging infants in developmentally appropriate activities that encourage exploration and growth.

Support a nurturing, Christ-centered environment that models God’s love to every child.

Classroom Support:

Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing daily routines and classroom activities.

Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment in compliance with state regulations and Keystone STARS standards.

Monitor children’s behavior and development, communicating observations to the Lead Teacher.

Team Collaboration:

Work cooperatively with the Lead Teacher and other staff to ensure a unified and supportive classroom.

Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development as required.

Step in to assist in other classrooms or with duties as needed.

Communication:

Maintain positive, professional, and compassionate communication with parents, children, and staff.

Support the Lead Teacher in providing daily feedback and updates to families.

Health & Safety:

Follow all health, safety, and sanitation procedures consistently.

Assist in documenting any incidents or concerns in a timely manner and alert the Lead Teacher or Director as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent plus 2 years of experience working with children.

Preferred Associate degree (AA) or Chld Development Associate (CDA) in Early Childhood Education or a related field.

Minimum 2,500 hours of childcare experience or equivalent coursework

Must successfully pass all background checks including fingerprinting and reference checks.

Commitment to supporting and contributing to the mission of Lititz Christian School by incorporating faith into daily interactions and the learning environment.