Infant Assistant Teacher

LeafSpring School at McAlpine•Charlotte, NC

11d•$15 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

LeafSpring School at McAlpine is seeking a nurturing, dependable, and energetic Infant Assistant Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will understand that caring for infants requires patience, attentiveness, consistency, and a genuine love for early childhood education. The Infant Assistant Teacher will work alongside the Lead Teacher to provide a safe, loving, and engaging classroom where every child feels secure, supported, and valued.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Must qualify for employment under North Carolina childcare background-check requirements.
Must complete all required orientation, health-and-safety, and ongoing training.
Must hold or obtain approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification.
Must complete Infant/Toddler Safe Sleep and SIDS Risk Reduction in Child Care training within the required timeframe.
Must provide all documentation required by LeafSpring School and NC DCDEE.

Nice To Haves

North Carolina Early Childhood Credential preferred; candidates must be willing to obtain any required credential within the timeframe established by NC DCDEE and LeafSpring School.
Previous experience working with infants in a licensed childcare setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain active supervision and follow all staff-to-child ratio requirements.
Complete accurate name-to-face attendance checks during every transition.
Assist with feeding, diapering, napping, and other daily caregiving routines.
Follow each infant’s individualized feeding and sleeping schedule.
Follow all safe-sleep requirements and LeafSpring School’s Safe Sleep Policy.
Properly label, store, prepare, warm, and serve bottles and food.
Complete all required bottle and feeding checks with accuracy.
Maintain a clean, organized, and developmentally appropriate classroom.
Follow required handwashing, diaper-changing, sanitation, and three-compartment sink procedures.
Support the Lead Teacher in implementing age-appropriate learning experiences.
Engage infants through talking, singing, reading, floor play, sensory activities, and responsive caregiving.
Observe children and communicate important information to the Lead Teacher and administration.
Accurately document meals, bottles, diaper changes, naps, and daily activities in Procare.
Build respectful and professional relationships with children, families, and coworkers.
Follow all LeafSpring School, NC DCDEE, health, safety, confidentiality, and mandated-reporting requirements.
Attend required staff meetings, training sessions, and professional-development activities.
Assist in other classrooms or areas of the school when needed.