Infant Assistant Teacher — Nurture, Learn & Grow

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

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.