Infant Assistant

Country Kids Day Care, Inc.; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local childcare center is seeking an Infant Assistant Teacher to support the Lead Teacher in providing responsive care for infants. The role involves engaging actively with infants, ensuring their basic needs are met, and fostering emotional security. Candidates should have experience with infant care and possess certification in pediatric first aid. The position offers an opportunity to work in a nurturing environment that emphasizes collaboration with families and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Experience working with infants in a group care setting preferred.
• Pass criminal background check and required health screenings.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing responsive routines and activities for infants.
• Actively supervise and engage with infants during all activities.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with infants and families.

Skills

Gentle, nurturing demeanor

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Certification in pediatric first aid and CPR

Job description

The Infant Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Teacher and Center Director in creating a warm, responsive, and secure environment for infants (ages 6 weeks to 12 months). This role focuses on meeting each infant’s individual needs through nurturing care, one-on-one interactions, and age-appropriate routines. Assistant Teachers work collaboratively to ensure that each child receives consistent attention and affection, fostering healthy physical, social-emotional, and cognitive development.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing responsive routines and age-appropriate sensory and motor activities for infants.
• Actively supervise and engage with infants during feeding, diapering, tummy time, and interactive play.
• Attend to infants’ basic needs, including bottle-feeding, diapering, and comforting as needed.
• Prepare and serve bottles and infant meals in accordance with feeding schedules and health guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized classroom environment that meets licensing and safety standards.
• Monitor infants for signs of illness, developmental concerns, or discomfort and communicate observations to the Lead Teacher.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with infants and communicate daily with families about feeding, sleeping, and milestones.
• Provide a calm, nurturing atmosphere that supports emotional security and individualized care.
• Adhere to all center policies, licensing regulations, and confidentiality standards.
• Participate in required staff meetings, training, and professional development.
• Ensure consistency for infants by maintaining good attendance and dependable routines.
• Step into Lead Teacher responsibilities in their absence as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Gentle, nurturing demeanor with an understanding of infant care, attachment, and early developmental stages.
• Ability to follow routines and cues specific to each child, maintaining a calm and consistent presence.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to support collaboration with families and coworkers.

Education & Experience

• Experience working with infants in a group care setting preferred.
• Certification in pediatric first aid and CPR.
• Pass criminal background check and required health screenings.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to engage in active care, including frequently lifting children, kneeling, bending, and participating in floor-based play.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, nurturing environment with exposure to common childhood illnesses.