Infant Assistant Teacher

Position Overview

The Assistant Infant Teacher at LHLP is responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, developmentally appropriate environment for children ages 6 weeks–12 months. This position requires strong leadership, organization, and a deep understanding of infant development, attachment, and responsive care giving.

Key Expectations:

1. Nurturing & Attachment-Focused Care

• Provide warm, responsive, relationship-based care
• Follow each infant’s individualized feeding, sleep, and care plan
• Support secure attachment and emotional regulationComfort infants promptly and consistently

2. Developmentally Appropriate Learning

• Implement activities aligned with Indiana Early Learning Standards
• Support sensory exploration, motor development, and early language
• Maintain daily lesson plans and developmental observations
• Track and communicate developmental milestones

3. Safety & Compliance

• Maintain licensing compliance at all times (ratio, sanitation, safe sleep)
• Follow Safe Sleep guidelines with zero tolerance for shortcuts
• Complete required documentation (feeding logs, diapering logs, incident reports)
• Ensure classroom cleanliness and organization

4. Leadership & Classroom Management

• Lead and mentor assistant teachers
• Maintain a calm, structured, and professional classroom environment
• Communicate clearly with administration
• Support smooth daily transitions and routines

5. Family Communication

• Build strong, trusting relationships with families
• Provide daily updates through Brightwheel
• Communicate concerns promptly and professionally
• Partner with parents as the child’s first teacher

6. LHLP Culture & Professionalism

• Model our mission: “Where Hearts Feel at Home.”
• Maintain a positive, team-centered attitude
• Participate in staff meetings and professional development
• Uphold confidentiality and professionalism at all times

Required Qualifications

• CDA, Early Childhood degree, or relevant experience (preferred or willing to obtain)
• Experience working with infants in a licensed setting
• CPR/First Aid certified (or willing to obtain)
• Ability to lift 25+ pounds and sit on floor frequently
• Strong organizational and communication skills

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person