Infant Teacher — Nurturing Care with Free Membership (PT)

YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area; Lebanon (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary individual membership

Job summary

Countryside YMCA is seeking a Part-Time Infant Teacher to care for infants with nurturing, responsive routines. You will support early development through movement, sensory exploration, and age-appropriate activities, while partnering with families and fellow teachers to reflect each child's progress.

Ideal candidates bring experience with infants, strong communication, and a commitment to safety and licensing standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience caring for infants or young children preferred; one year is a plus.
• Patient, dependable and nurturing approach to babies.
• Strong communication and collaboration with families and coworkers.
• Understanding of early childhood development and age-appropriate learning.
• First Aid and CPR certification preferred or obtainable within 30 days of hire and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive supervision and hands-on infant care, including feeding, diapering, dressing, and rest routines.
• Follow safe sleep practices and sanitation procedures per Ohio childcare licensing.
• Build positive relationships with infants and families through responsive care and play.
• Document daily care, observations, meals, and medication administration as required; communicate with families and team.

Skills

Infant care

Communication

Team collaboration

Patience

First Aid & CPR preparation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

First Aid & CPR certification

Job description

Countryside YMCA is seeking a Part-Time Infant Teacher to care for infants with nurturing, responsive routines. You will support early development through movement, sensory exploration, and age-appropriate activities, while partnering with families and fellow teachers to reflect each child's progress.

Ideal candidates bring experience with infants, strong communication, and a commitment to safety and licensing standards.