Infant Assistant Teacher

Country Kids Day Care, Inc.; Olathe, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Country Kids Day Care, Inc. seeks an Infant Assistant Teacher to support Lead Teacher and Center Director in caring for infants aged 6 weeks to 12 months.

You will reinforce nurturing routines, engage in one-on-one interactions, and help ensure healthy development within a secure, responsive setting. You will supervise feeding, diapering, tummy time, and play; communicate with families about feeding, sleep, and milestones; and step in for Lead Teacher as needed, while adhering to licensing and

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing responsive routines and age-appropriate activities for infants.
• Actively supervise feeding, diapering, tummy time, and interactive play.
• Attend to basic needs including bottle-feeding and comforting as needed.
• Prepare and serve bottles and infant meals according to schedules and guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized classroom environment meeting safety standards.
• Monitor for illness or developmental concerns and communicate observations to Lead Teacher.
• Build trusting relationships with infants and communicate with families about milestones.
• Provide a calm, nurturing atmosphere supporting emotional security and individualized care.
• Adhere to center policies, licensing regulations, and confidentiality standards.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development.
• Ensure consistency in routines and attendance; step into Lead Teacher duties when needed.

Skills

Gentle demeanor

Infant care knowledge

Teamwork & communication

Education

Certification in pediatric first aid and CPR

Job description

General Position 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.