Infant/Toddler Assistant Teacher

Harmony Early Education; Wantagh (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare facility in Wantagh, NY is seeking an Infant/Toddler Assistant Teacher. The role requires providing loving care to infants, maintaining a safe environment, and communicating with parents. Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience and preferably a degree in Early Childhood Education. This full-time position emphasizes creating a nurturing environment for infants' development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience working with infants in a licensed childcare setting.
• Knowledge of child development principles, especially for infants.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive, loving care to infants in accordance with licensing regulations.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
• Communicate daily with parents about their child’s activities.
• Collaborate with other staff to create a supportive classroom culture.
• Follow all health, safety, and sanitation procedures.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in ECE or related field

Job description

Overview

Harmony Early Learning is seeking a compassionate, nurturing, and reliable Infant/Toddler Assistant Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with infants (ages 6 weeks to 36 months) and a deep understanding of early childhood development. As an assistant teacher, you will be responsible for supporting the lead teacher to create a safe, warm, and stimulating environment where infants can explore, grow, and develop foundational skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide attentive, loving care to infants in accordance with licensing regulations and center policies.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
• Communicate daily with parents about their child’s activities, needs, and development through written reports or verbal updates.
• Collaborate with other staff to create a supportive and inclusive classroom culture.
• Follow all health, safety, and sanitation procedures.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or related field preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with infants in a licensed childcare setting.
• Knowledge of child development principles, especially for infants.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, flexibility, and a nurturing attitude.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Frequent kneeling, bending, and sitting on the floor.
• Ability to respond quickly to the needs of students.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Education and Training

Industries

• Education Administration Programs