What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infant Teacher position at Treasure Kids Academy?
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 -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 (or willingness to obtain).
Salary : $31,000 - $39,520