Infant Class Assistant Teacher

Cheder Menachem; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A local childcare center in Luzerne County is looking for an assistant teacher to support the lead teacher in caring for infants. Responsibilities include assisting with feeding, diapering, and nap routines, as well as engaging infants in activities that foster development. Candidates should have experience with infants and a strong understanding of early childhood development. Join a nurturing team dedicated to providing a safe environment for young children.

Qualifications

• Experience working with infants in a childcare setting.
• Understanding of early childhood development.
• Ability to maintain a safe and nurturing environment.
• Willingness to work as part of a team in a childcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher in caring for infants.
• Help with feeding, diapering, and nap routines.
• Engage infants in age-appropriate activities.
• Observe and communicate infants’ needs and progress.

Skills

Infant care

Feeding support

Nap routines

Safety compliance

Observation & communication

Job description

Assist the lead teacher in caring for infants and supporting their early development in a safe, nurturing classroom environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Helping with feeding and iapering, and nap routines.
• Engaging infants in age-appropriate activities that support sensory, motor, and social development.
• Maintaining a clean and organized classroom.
• Ensuring the safety and well-being of all children.

The assistant teacher also helps observe and communicate infants’ needs and progress with the lead teacher and follows all childcare center policies and health guidelines.