Infant Assistant Teacher Full-Time

Haygood Memorial United Methodist; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Haygood Child Development Center is seeking a full-time infant teacher to provide a safe, nurturing environment for infants 6 weeks to 18 months. You will support each child's development through age-appropriate activities and daily routines, working closely with parents and staff.

Responsibilities include caring for infants, maintaining a clean classroom, following feeding and sleep schedules, and communicating milestones to families while ensuring licensing compliance and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum one year of early childhood education experience.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provide loving, attentive care to infants throughout the day.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment.
• Follow daily schedules for feeding, diapering, naps, and playtime.
• Prepare and serve bottles and meals according to each infant's feeding plan.
• Change diapers regularly and maintain proper hygiene.
• Monitor infants' health, safety, and developmental progress.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities that encourage sensory exploration, movement, and development.
• Engage infants through talking, singing, reading, and interactive play.
• Follow all childcare licensing regulations, health guidelines, and safety procedures.
• Communicate daily with parents about feeding, sleeping, diaper changes, and developmental milestones.
• Maintain positive relationships with families, children, and coworkers.

Skills

Infant care

Parental communication

Safety & hygiene

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

Haygood Child Development Center is seeking a full-time infant teacher responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for infants ages 6 weeks to 18 months. The teacher will support each child's physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development through age-appropriate activities, daily routines, and loving interactions. The Infant Teacher will work closely with parents and fellow staff to ensure each infant receives individualized care and attention.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide loving, attentive, and responsive care to infants throughout the day.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment.
• Follow daily schedules for feeding, diapering, naps, and playtime.
• Prepare and serve bottles and meals according to each infant's feeding plan.
• Change diapers regularly and maintain proper hygiene.
• Monitor infants' health, safety, and developmental progress.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities that encourage sensory exploration, movement, and development.
• Engage infants through talking, singing, reading, and interactive play.
• Follow all childcare licensing regulations, health guidelines, and safety procedures.
• Communicate daily with parents about feeding, sleeping, diaper changes, and developmental milestones.
• Maintain positive relationships with families, children, and coworkers.

Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum one year early childhood education experience
• Previous experience working with infants preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to lift and carry infants and meet the physical demands of childcare.