Closing Infant Assistant Teacher

Infant assistant afternoon teacher is responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for young children. This position supports children’s social-emotional, physical, and cognitive growth through intentional planning, positive interactions, and hands-on learning experiences.

Key Responsibilities

Classroom Environment & Safety: Maintain a clean, organized, and child-friendly classroom at all times. Ensure constant, active supervision of children; follow all health and safety regulations. Implement daily routines that support predictability, independence, and positive behavior. Curriculum & Instruction: Plan and implement age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with developmental milestones and program goals.

Use a variety of learning strategies including play-based learning, small-group instruction, and hands-on activities. Support language, literacy, math, science, and social-emotional skills through intentional teaching. Child Development & Guidance: Promote positive behavior using developmentally appropriate guidance techniques.

Support inclusion by adapting activities and instruction to meet individual needs. Observe and assess children’s development; document progress through notes, portfolios, or assessments. Family Communication: Build positive relationships with families through daily communication and ongoing updates. Maintain confidentiality of all child and family information.

Professionalism & Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with co-teachers and staff to maintain a positive classroom climate. Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and training as required. Follow all center policies, licensing guidelines, and reporting procedures. Classroom Management & Daily Duties: Prepare materials, set up learning centers, and assist with transitions.

Assist with meals, toileting, diapering, handwashing, and other care routines as needed. Maintaining a clean, sanitized classroom at all times by following Treasure Kids Academy Mandatory Cleaning Checklist.

Requirements

Ability to lift up to 40 lbs, stand for extended periods, Cleaning is a main job requirement. This position is Monday- Friday(required)-NO WEEKENDS. Part Time Position 11-6:30 or 2:00-6:30. Must complete a Background Screening (Clearinghouse). NOT REQUIRED but must obtain within 90 days of employment -45 Hours State Mandated Child Care Training Courses (This must be on Training Transcript).

(Not Required but a +) CDA, Associate’s Degree, or higher in Early Childhood Education. NOT REQUIRED- CPR/First Aid certification (must obtain within 90 days).