Infant Caregiver

Discovery Kidzone; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Holiday Pay

Quarterly Bonuses

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

DKZ Children’s Classic is seeking a loving Infant Caregiver to join our early childhood team. You will work with a co-caregiver to care for up to 8 infants in a safe, nurturing environment, following each child’s schedule and individualized care plan, and contributing to a high‑quality classroom.

Qualifications include being 18+, a current Food Handler’s Permit, and availability Monday–Friday 8:30 AM–5:30 PM. Experience preferred; training provided.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a current Food Handler’s Permit.
• Available to work Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:30 PM.
• Previous infant or childcare experience preferred; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide loving, attentive, and responsive care to infants.
• Work collaboratively with a co-caregiver to maintain a safe and engaging classroom environment.
• Follow Utah Child Care Licensing rules and regulations.
• Maintain supervision and safety of every child.
• Change diapers and maintain hygiene throughout the day.
• Prepare bottles, food, and meals per each infant’s schedule.
• Document and chart daily care routines.
• Follow each child’s care plan and family instructions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, sanitary classroom.
• Communicate effectively with families and team members.
• Participate as an active member of the teaching team.

Skills

Teamwork

Patience

Compassion

Dependability

Communication

Education

Food Handler’s Permit

Job description

DKZ Children’s Classic is looking for a loving, dependable, and team-oriented Infant Caregiver to join our early childhood team!

As an Infant Caregiver, you will work alongside another caregiver to provide exceptional care for a group of up to 8 infants in a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment. We are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys working with infants and understands the importance of providing responsive, attentive care throughout the day.

Responsibilities

• Provide loving, attentive, and responsive care to infants.
• Work collaboratively with a co-caregiver to maintain a safe and engaging classroom environment.
• Follow all Utah Child Care Licensing rules and regulations.
• Maintain appropriate supervision and ensure the safety and well-being of every child.
• Change diapers and maintain proper hygiene throughout the day.
• Prepare and provide bottles, food, and meals according to each infant’s individual schedule and needs.
• Accurately document and chart daily care routines, including feeding, diapering, sleep, and other important information.
• Follow each child’s individualized care plan and family instructions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary classroom.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with families and team members.
• Participate as an active and supportive member of the teaching team.

Qualifications & Physical Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a current Food Handler’s Permit.
• Must be available to work Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:30 PM.
• Previous infant or childcare experience is preferred, but we are willing to train the right individual.
• Must enjoy working with infants and demonstrate patience, compassion, and dependability.
• Must work well in a team environment and communicate and collaborate effectively with fellow caregivers.
• Must be reliable, responsible, and committed to providing high-quality care.
• Must be able to safely lift and carry children weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to perform repetitive physical movements throughout the workday, including bending, squatting, reaching, lifting, carrying, sitting on the floor, and getting up and down frequently.
• Must be able to safely respond to the physical needs of infants throughout the day.

What We Offer

We value our employees and are proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holiday Pay
• Quarterly Performance Bonuses
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 401(k)
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A supportive team environment where your work makes a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families

Join Our Team!

If you are passionate about working with infants, enjoy being part of a team, and want to make a positive impact during the most important years of a child’s development, we would love to meet you!