Closing Infant Assistant Teacher

Treasure Kids Academy; Florida; On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A childcare center in Florida is looking for an Infant Assistant Afternoon Teacher to foster a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children. The role involves maintaining classroom safety, implementing engaging lesson plans, and ensuring positive family communication. Candidates should have a passion for child development and be able to lift and care for children. This part-time position works Monday to Friday, with no weekends required. Join a team dedicated to educational excellence and child growth.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Complete a Background Screening and obtain needed certifications.
• Experience with developing children's education and safety.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe and nurturing learning environment for children.
• Implement age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with developmental milestones.
• Build positive relationships with families and communicate effectively.

Skills

Child supervision

Classroom management

Positive behavior guidance

Education

CDA, Associate’s Degree, or higher in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Infant assistant afternoon teacher is responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for young children. This position supports children’s social-emotional, physical, and cognitive growth through intentional planning, positive interactions, and hands‑on learning experiences.

Key Responsibilities

Classroom Environment & Safety

• Maintain a clean, organized, and child-friendly classroom at all times.
• Ensure constant, active supervision of children; follow all health and safety regulations.
• Implement daily routines that support predictability, independence, and positive behavior.

Curriculum & Instruction

• Plan and implement age‑appropriate lesson plans aligned with developmental milestones and program goals.
• Use a variety of learning strategies including play‑based learning, small‑group instruction, and hands‑on activities.
• Support language, literacy, math, science, and social‑emotional skills through intentional teaching.

Child Development & Guidance

• Promote positive behavior using developmentally appropriate guidance techniques.
• Support inclusion by adapting activities and instruction to meet individual needs.
• Observe and assess children’s development; document progress through notes, portfolios, or assessments.

Family Communication

• Build positive relationships with families through daily communication and ongoing updates.
• Maintain confidentiality of all child and family information.

Professionalism & Team Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with co‑teachers and staff to maintain a positive classroom climate.
• Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and training as required.
• Follow all center policies, licensing guidelines, and reporting procedures.

Classroom Management & Daily Duties

• Prepare materials, set up learning centers, and assist with transitions.
• Assist with meals, toileting, diapering, handwashing, and other care routines as needed.
• Maintaining a clean, sanitized classroom at all times by following Treasure Kids Academy Mandatory Cleaning Checklist.

Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs, stand for extended periods; cleaning is a main job requirement.
• This position is Monday‑Friday (required) – NO WEEKENDS. Part‑time position 11:00‑6:30 or 2:00‑6:30.
• Must complete a Background Screening (Clearinghouse).
• Not required but must obtain within 90 days of employment – 45 Hours State Mandated Child Care Training Courses (must be on Training Transcript).
• (Not Required but a +) CDA, Associate’s Degree, or higher in Early Childhood Education.
• Not required – CPR/First Aid certification (must obtain within 90 days).