What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Infant Teacher - Avondale position at Water Lily Learning Center?
Gold-Rated Step Up to Quality | Full-Time | Cincinnati OH 45229 | Benefits Included
About Water Lily Learning Center
Water Lily Learning Center - Avondale is a Gold-rated Step Up to Quality program serving children and families in Cincinnati's Avondale neighborhood. We use the Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddlers and Twos to deliver warm, consistent, relationship-based infant care. Our Avondale team is deeply connected to the families we serve and committed to building a safe, nurturing environment for every child.
Position Summary
The Assistant Infant Teacher - Avondale supports our Lead Infant Teacher in delivering high-quality, consistent care to infants ages 6 weeks to 12 months at our Avondale campus. This role is built for someone dependable, caring, and ready to develop their skills in infant care within a Gold-rated, community-focused program.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Lead Teacher in carrying out daily infant care routines using the Creative Curriculum
- Provide attentive hands-on care: feeding, diapering, comforting, and supporting infant development throughout the day
- Keep the Avondale infant classroom clean, organized, and compliant with Ohio DCY health, safety, and Step Up to Quality standards
- Actively supervise infants at all times during all activities, meals, rest, and transitions
- Assist with documentation of feedings, diapering, and daily routines using available digital tools
- Greet and communicate respectfully with Avondale families at drop-off and pick-up
- Prepare classroom materials and assist with room organization and setup as directed by Lead Teacher
- Follow all Water Lily Learning Center, DCY, and Step Up to Quality policies and expectations
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; ECE coursework, CDA, or Associate degree preferred
- Prior experience in a licensed childcare or early education setting preferred; infant experience a plus
- Current CPR and First Aid certification required prior to working with children
- Patient, dependable, and genuinely caring toward infants and their families
- Physical ability to perform infant caregiving duties including lifting, bending, and floor work throughout the shift
- Strong teamwork and communication skills in a multi-staff classroom environment
- Must meet all Ohio DCY employment eligibility requirements including applicable clearances
Schedule and Compensation
- Full-time, Monday through Friday
$14- $16/hr based on experience and qualifications
- Medical, dental, and retirement benefits included
- Paid professional development and training support
Why Join Water Lily?
- Gold-rated Step Up to Quality program with strong community roots in Avondale
- Paid training and professional development with hands-on mentorship
- Supportive, stable leadership team invested in long-term staff growth
- Career growth path within Water Lily Learning Center
- Make a lasting impact during the most formative period of a child's life
Salary : $14 - $16