Assistant Teacher- Infant Toddler

Introduction

We are seeking a compassionate, skilled Infant/Toddler Assistant Teacher to join our team and provide high-quality educational support and care for young children. The Infant/Toddler Assistant will be responsible for supporting the teacher in preparing classroom materials, supervising and interacting with children, and assisting in maintaining a safe and nurturing environment. The successful candidate will have strong communication and problem-solving skills and be able to work collaboratively with other team members.

Under the guidance of the Site Supervisor and classroom Teacher, the Infant/Toddler Assistant provides nurturing care and support to infants and toddlers in a safe, supervised early care and educational setting. The Assistant supports daily routines, promotes positive social and emotional development, and helps maintain a clean, engaging, and responsive environment. The Assistant follows all agency policies, procedures, and applicable Federal and State regulations to contribute to program goals.

• Promote feelings of security and trust in infants and toddlers through warm, responsive interactions.
• Talk, sing, and read to children frequently to support early language development.
• Assist with personal hygiene needs, including diapering, toileting, cleaning, and feeding.
• Observe children to identify signs of illness, injury, or other concerns; report observations promptly to the Teacher or Site Supervisor.
• Help implement developmentally appropriate activities planned by the Teacher.
• Assist in adapting activities to meet individual needs and abilities.
• Prepare materials and set up the classroom environment to encourage exploration and learning.

• Support the Teacher in preparing classroom materials and learning centers.
• Assist with documentation and observation as directed.
• Participate in classroom activities and routines to support the achievement of learning objectives.
• Maintain accurate daily records assigned (e.g., meal counts, attendance).

• Maintain a welcoming, respectful attitude toward all families.
• Communicate daily information about children’s routines and well-being to parents and guardians, as appropriate and directed.
• Support the Teacher during parent meetings and conferences as needed.

• Maintain a positive, calm, and professional demeanor.
• Participate actively as part of the classroom team.
• Follow direction and guidance from the Teacher, Site Supervisor, and program leadership.
• Collaborate respectfully with coworkers, volunteers, and families.
• Protect children from any form of physical punishment or verbal abuse and report any concerns immediately.
• Maintain confidentiality of records and information.

• Follow Title 22 and Title 5 regulations and all program policies and procedures.
• Support compliance with health and safety standards, including cleaning and sanitizing routines.
• Complete required documentation and reports accurately and promptly as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support classroom and program needs.

• Completion of at least six (6) units of Early Childhood Education (ECE) classes within the required community care licensing core course matrix, including three (3) units in infant/toddler development.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Current Child Development Assistant Teacher Permit.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with infants and toddlers, including children with disabilities.
• Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

• Must be able to perform light physical work, including lifting and carrying children weighing 14–30 pounds.
• Requires bending, crouching, kneeling, and other movements to meet children’s needs.
• Ability to maintain performance under pressure and handle stress professionally.
• Must contribute to a work environment that is safe and free from unpleasant conditions.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment physical and TB risk assessment required.
• Must pass background checks through DOJ, FBI, and CACI.

Must be able to follow guidelines/policies and multi-task.

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan (US only), Employer RRSP match (Canada only)
• Professional development opportunities

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. This position description is subject to modification.