Infant Classroom Assistant — Nurturing Team Player

Children's Land; Lincolnshire (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

State-of-the-art facility

Job summary

Children's Land is seeking an Infant Assistant Teacher to join a compassionate, team-oriented environment. The role focuses on supporting infant to preschool education within a warm, developmental setting.

You will help plan and execute thematic activities, assess child development, and maintain open communication with families. The position emphasizes collaboration, safety, and ongoing professional growth in a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of preschool assistant experience.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
• Strong communication and nurturing skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist planning, implementing, and evaluating thematic, high-quality activities.
• Assess and tailor curriculum to meet developmental needs.
• Maintain a warm, safe classroom environment.
• Communicate with parents about child progress and daily activities.
• Attend staff meetings and professional development sessions.
• Manage classroom resources and monitor children's safety.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure a cohesive learning environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Child development knowledge

Education

Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

Children's Land is seeking an Infant Assistant Teacher to join a compassionate, team-oriented environment. The role focuses on supporting infant to preschool education within a warm, developmental setting.

You will help plan and execute thematic activities, assess child development, and maintain open communication with families. The position emphasizes collaboration, safety, and ongoing professional growth in a supportive team.