Infant Assistant Teacher

LeafSpring School at McAlpine; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Job summary

LeafSpring School at McAlpine in Charlotte, NC is seeking a nurturing Infant Assistant Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will understand that caring for infants requires patience, attentiveness, and a genuine love for early childhood education.

You will work alongside the Lead Teacher to provide a safe, loving, and engaging classroom where every child feels secure, supported, and valued; follow safety policies; and contribute to ongoing staff training and development.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• NC Early Childhood Credential preferred; willingness to obtain within timeframe.
• Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification required or obtained promptly.
• Experience with infants in licensed childcare preferred and background check required.
• Orientation, training, and ongoing development are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Maintain active supervision and follow staff-to-child ratio requirements.
• Assist with feeding, diapering, napping, and other daily caregiving routines.
• Follow safe-sleep policies and document daily activities in records.
• Support Lead Teacher with age-appropriate learning experiences and activities.
• Engage with infants through talking, singing, reading, and play; communicate with families.

Skills

Infant care

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NC Early Childhood Credential preferred; willing to obtain within timeframe

Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off

INFANT ASSISTANT TEACHER

LeafSpring School at McAlpine | Charlotte, NC

LeafSpring School at McAlpine is seeking a nurturing, dependable, and energetic Infant Assistant Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will understand that caring for infants requires patience, attentiveness, consistency, and a genuine love for early childhood education.

The Infant Assistant Teacher will work alongside the Lead Teacher to provide a safe, loving, and engaging classroom where every child feels secure, supported, and valued.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain active supervision and follow all staff-to-child ratio requirements.
• Complete accurate name-to-face attendance checks during every transition.
• Assist with feeding, diapering, napping, and other daily caregiving routines.
• Follow each infant’s individualized feeding and sleeping schedule.
• Follow all safe-sleep requirements and LeafSpring School’s Safe Sleep Policy.
• Properly label, store, prepare, warm, and serve bottles and food.
• Complete all required bottle and feeding checks with accuracy.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and developmentally appropriate classroom.
• Follow required handwashing, diaper-changing, sanitation, and three-compartment sink procedures.
• Support the Lead Teacher in implementing age-appropriate learning experiences.
• Engage infants through talking, singing, reading, floor play, sensory activities, and responsive caregiving.
• Observe children and communicate important information to the Lead Teacher and administration.
• Accurately document meals, bottles, diaper changes, naps, and daily activities in Procare.
• Build respectful and professional relationships with children, families, and coworkers.
• Follow all LeafSpring School, NC DCDEE, health, safety, confidentiality, and mandated-reporting requirements.
• Attend required staff meetings, training sessions, and professional-development activities.
• Assist in other classrooms or areas of the school when needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• North Carolina Early Childhood Credential preferred; candidates must be willing to obtain any required credential within the timeframe established by NC DCDEE and LeafSpring School.
• Previous experience working with infants in a licensed childcare setting is preferred.
• Must qualify for employment under North Carolina childcare background-check requirements.
• Must complete all required orientation, health-and-safety, and ongoing training.
• Must hold or obtain approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification.
• Must complete Infant/Toddler Safe Sleep and SIDS Risk Reduction in Child Care training within the required timeframe.
• Must provide all documentation required by LeafSpring School and NC DCDEE.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift and carry children weighing up to approximately 50 pounds.
• Ability to sit on the floor, bend, kneel, stand, reach, and move throughout the classroom.
• Ability to participate in indoor and outdoor activities.
• Ability to respond quickly and appropriately during emergencies.
• Ability to perform frequent diapering, feeding, cleaning, and classroom-care tasks.

LEAFSPRING STANDARDS

Successful candidates must demonstrate:

• A commitment to children’s safety and well-being.
• Warm, responsive, and respectful interactions with infants.
• Dependability, punctuality, and consistent attendance.
• Professional communication and teamwork.
• Attention to detail when completing health, safety, and classroom documentation.
• Willingness to receive coaching and continue growing professionally.
• Respect for every child’s individual needs, culture, and family.
• A positive attitude and commitment to maintaining LeafSpring McAlpine’s culture of excellence.

WHY JOIN LEAFSPRING SCHOOL?

At LeafSpring School, we believe children learn and thrive through meaningful relationships, joyful experiences, and safe, nurturing environments. Our teachers work together to provide high-quality care while supporting the development of the whole child.

LeafSpring School is an equal-opportunity employer. Employment is contingent upon successfully completing all applicable background checks and state-required documentation.