Infant Teacher (Christian Preschool)

Little Lambs Children's Center; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 23,419; Full time

Job summary

A local Christian preschool in Tallahassee seeks an Infant Teacher to provide a safe and nurturing environment for infants. The role demands a deep understanding of child development, effective communication with parents, and the ability to maintain a structured routine for infants' needs. Responsibilities include observing individual growth, planning activities, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Compensation ranges from $15.00 to $17.00 per hour, offering a fulfilling opportunity in a supportive educational setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a daycare teacher or childcare provider (DCF 45 Hours).
• First aid/CPR certified.
• Physical ability to lift and hold infants.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and nurturing environment for infants.
• Focus on developmental needs through age-appropriate activities.
• Maintain open communication with parents regarding children’s progress.

Skills

Understanding of infant development stages

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Patience

Nurturing attitude

Job description

Infant Teacher (Christian Preschool) – Killearn Lakes, Tallahassee
Full Time

Infant teachers provide a safe and nurturing environment for infants, focusing on their developmental needs through age‑appropriate activities, close observation, and consistent routines. They maintain open communication with parents about their child’s progress and well‑being while handling feeding, diaper changing, sensory play, fostering social interaction, and documenting developmental milestones.

• Child Development: Deep understanding of infant development stages to plan activities that stimulate cognitive, physical, social, and emotional growth.
• Classroom Management: Create a safe, organized learning environment with clear feeding, sleeping, playtime, and transition routines.
• Observation & Assessment: Continuously observe infants to identify individual needs, developmental milestones, and document progress through detailed records.
• Parent Communication: Maintain open communication with parents through regular updates, conferences, and addressing any concerns about development.
• Basic Care: Provide necessary care such as feeding, changing diapers, dressing, and hygiene practices.
• Safety & Compliance: Adhere to all safety regulations and guidelines for infant care, including proper handling and supervision.
• Team Collaboration: Work effectively with other staff to ensure consistent care and communication.

Additional responsibilities include planning developmentally appropriate games and activities, designing daily and weekly schedules, evaluating children to ensure they reach developmental milestones, and communicating with parents about their children’s activities.

• Previous experience as a daycare teacher or childcare provider (DCF 45 Hours)
• Strong understanding of child development
• Patient, kind, and nurturing
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time‑management skills
• First aid/CPR certified
• Physical ability to lift and hold infants, bend, kneel, and play on the floor

Compensation: $15.00 – $17.00 per hour