Infant Classroom Assistant — Growth & Purpose

East Gate Kids Learning Center; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 54,443,000 - 60,174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health benefits

Free childcare

PTO 80 hours

Holidays off

Uniforms provided

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Leadership development

Joyful workplace

Job summary

East Gate Kids Learning Center in Albuquerque, NM is seeking an Infant Classroom Assistant Teacher to support a Lead Teacher with daily routines and nurturing interactions. You will help create a calm, engaging environment where infants feel seen, secure, and supported.

We value play-based learning and collaboration, offering coaching, mentorship, and growth opportunities within a model 5-Star program focused on innovation, inclusion, and excellence.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of professional childcare or teaching experience.
• Knowledge of child development and play-based learning.
• High energy, creativity, and compassion for children and families.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Ability to work collaboratively in a purpose-driven, mission-minded team that values excellence and heart.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with NM Early Learning Guidelines and the Reggio Emilia approach.
• Lead and inspire your classroom team-model excellence, collaboration, and professionalism while mentoring assistants and interns.
• Foster creativity and curiosity through hands-on, nature-based learning experiences that promote social-emotional and cognitive growth.
• Communicate effectively with families through daily updates, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Ensure excellence and compliance with state licensing regulations, FOCUS standards, and East Gate Kids policies.
• Document learning through observations, lesson plans, and developmental portfolios.
• Engage in continuous growth-participate in trainings, workshops, and professional development to strengthen your craft.
• Support a classroom culture rooted in safety, belonging, curiosity, and joy

Skills

Childcare experience

Child development knowledge

Team collaboration

CPR/First Aid certified

Family communication

Education

AA in ECE

BA in ECE (preferred)

ECE scholarship program interest

Job description

East Gate Kids Learning Center in Albuquerque, NM is seeking an Infant Classroom Assistant Teacher to support a Lead Teacher with daily routines and nurturing interactions. You will help create a calm, engaging environment where infants feel seen, secure, and supported.

We value play-based learning and collaboration, offering coaching, mentorship, and growth opportunities within a model 5-Star program focused on innovation, inclusion, and excellence.