Infant Care & Learning Assistant

LeafSpring Schools; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; 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, seeks an Infant Assistant Teacher to join our nurturing team and care for infants with patience and compassion. You will collaborate with the Lead Teacher to provide a safe, loving, and engaging classroom, following routines, safety policies, and developmentally appropriate activities for each child.

This role emphasizes reliability, effective communication with families, and a commitment to LeafSpring School’s standards, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• NC 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.

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.
• 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 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.
• Document meals, bottles, diaper changes, naps, and daily activities in Procare.
• Build respectful and professional relationships with children, families, and coworkers.
• Follow 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.

Skills

Nurturing

Dependable

Energetic

Patience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NC Early Childhood Credential preferred

Job description

LeafSpring School, at McAlpine in Charlotte, NC, seeks an Infant Assistant Teacher to join our nurturing team and care for infants with patience and compassion. You will collaborate with the Lead Teacher to provide a safe, loving, and engaging classroom, following routines, safety policies, and developmentally appropriate activities for each child.

This role emphasizes reliability, effective communication with families, and a commitment to LeafSpring School’s standards, with opportunities for