Assistant Teachers in Infant Classroom

East Gate Kids Learning Center; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 39,520 - 43,680; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health insurance

Free childcare

PTO & holidays

Uniforms & parking

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Leadership development

Positive workplace culture

Job summary

East Gate Kids Learning Center in Albuquerque, NM is seeking an Infant Teacher Assistant to support daily care routines and classroom flow under the guidance of a Lead Infant Teacher. This full-time role focuses on safety, social-emotional development, and engaging, play-based learning for infants.

You will contribute to a calm, predictable environment, participate in trainings, and collaborate with a professional team to ensure high-quality, relationship-centered care for families and children.

Qualifications

• Two years of professional childcare/teaching experience.
• Knowledge of child development and play-based learning.
• High energy, creativity, and compassion for children and families.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to collaborate in a mission-driven team.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with NM guidelines and Reggio Emilia approach.
• Lead and inspire classroom team while mentoring assistants and interns.
• Foster creativity and curiosity through nature-based learning for social-emotional and cognitive growth.
• Communicate with families via daily updates, progress reports, and conferences.
• Ensure compliance with state licensing, FOCUS standards, and center policies.
• Document learning through observations, plans, and portfolios.
• Engage in trainings and professional development to grow teaching craft.
• Support a classroom culture of safety, belonging, curiosity, and joy.

Skills

Child development

Play-based learning

High energy

Creativity

Compassion

CPR/First Aid

Education

AA in Early Childhood Education

BA in Early Childhood Education

Pursuing ECE degree

Job description

Job Summary

For Educators Who Believe Caregiving Is Teaching

Schedule: 9:00am - 6:00pm
Pay Rate: $19.00 - $21.00
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Position: Full-Time 5-Star Center, Purpose-Driven, Reggio-Inspired

Why This Role Truly Matters

Infants learn through relationships. Diapering, feeding, soothing, and play are not tasks to rush through – they are opportunities to teach communication, trust, and emotional regulation. As an Infant Teacher Assistant, you will work closely with a Lead Infant Teacher to support daily care routines and classroom flow, ensuring each child feels safe, seen, and supported. You will be an essential part of creating a calm, predictable environment where infants can develop at their own pace. We invest deeply in our educators because we know strong infant programs are built by supported teams.

Who This Role Is For

• Feel called to work with young children and families.
• Value play‑based, relationship‑centered, high‑quality early education.
• Enjoy working as part of a collaborative, professional team.
• Want coaching, mentorship, and real growth – not just a schedule.
• Take pride in your classroom, communication, and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with NM Early Learning Guidelines and the Reggio Emilia approach.
• Lead and inspire your classroom team – model excellence, collaboration, and professionalism while mentoring assistants and interns.
• Foster creativity and curiosity through hands‑on, nature‑based learning experiences that promote social‑emotional and cognitive growth.
• Communicate effectively with families through daily updates, progress reports, and parent‑teacher conferences.
• Ensure excellence and compliance with state licensing regulations, FOCUS standards, and East Gate Kids policies.
• Document learning through observations, lesson plans, and developmental portfolios.
• Engage in continuous growth – participate in trainings, workshops, and professional development to strengthen your craft.
• Support a classroom culture rooted in safety, belonging, curiosity, and joy.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of professional childcare or teaching experience.
• Knowledge of child development and play‑based learning.
• High energy, creativity, and compassion for children and families.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Ability to work collaboratively in a purpose‑driven, mission‑minded team that values excellence and heart.

Preferred Qualifications

• A CDC, AA, or BA in Early Childhood Education or be actively pursuing one.
• Or, actively seeking to earn a degree in Early Childhood Education through the ECECD Scholarship or similar program.

Benefits

• Competitive, living wages with growth opportunities and performance bonuses.
• Health, dental, vision, and telehealth coverage.
• Free childcare in our highly sought‑after 5‑Star program.
• Up to 80 hours of PTO annually, plus 12+ paid/unpaid holidays for balance and renewal.
• Closed for major holidays and a full week off at Christmas to spend time with family and friends.
• Free uniforms and parking.
• Free tuition opportunities for your own children and access to the ECECD Scholarship Pathway to earn your degree in early childcare – start your career, get your degree, and grow with us!
• Ongoing professional development led by national experts.
• Leadership development, advocacy training, and growth pathways.
• A joyful, purpose‑driven workplace where fun, learning, and growth come together every day!

Why Join Us

At East Gate Kids, you're not just taking a job at a childcare – you are joining an organization that believes in helping you grow your career. You'll work in beautiful, well‑equipped classrooms, surrounded by supportive leaders who care about your success. You'll be encouraged to keep learning, dreaming, and leading. When teachers thrive, children thrive – and we take that seriously.