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Little Legends Learning Center, Inc.

<div>Little Legends Learning Center, Inc in Champaign, IL is looking to hire a full-time or part-time Assistant Infant Teacher to help nurture and care for babies aged six weeks to fifteen months. Do you love hanging out with sweet babies? Would you like to join a daycare staffed with caring, supportive people? Are you interested in a position with room for career growth? If so, please read on!
This childcare position earns a competitive wage of $15 - $17/hour, depending on experience. We provide superb benefits including vision and dental, as well as medical and a 401(k) with match, profit sharing, paid vacations, paid sick leave, and paid holidays off! Additionally, we offer our teachers discounted childcare and generous paid time off (PTO). If this sounds like the right childcare opportunity for you, apply today! 
ABOUT LITTLE LEGENDS LEARNING CENTER, INC
Our genuine love of children and the joy that comes with fostering their development is what led us to establish Little Legends. With over 30 years of combined experience, our team of directors has earned the trust of parents. We believe that every child deserves the right to learn in a safe, nurturing environment, which is exactly what we strive to create. Our specially designed learning center provides our kids with over 13,000 square feet of room to play, learn, and grow their skills. We promote play-based learning that is tailored to fit each age group and each child's needs. Our goal is to provide quality care that benefits both our kids and their families.
We could not complete our mission without our team of passionate, dependable employees behind us. It takes a caring person with a kind heart to work with kids, and that is exactly the kind of person we want on our team. We are selective with our staff because we want to employ the very best for whom we can nurture long-term careers. On top of playing with cute kids all day, our employees also enjoy competitive pay and generous benefits as well as a dynamic, encouraging work environment. Join us and help us provide local children with amazing care! 
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN ASSISTANT INFANT TEACHER
As a full-time or part-time Assistant Infant Teacher, you are a gentle, caring person who helps our teachers take care of the little ones in our center. You bring a calming presence to our daycare, ensuring all babies are comfortable and happy. Alongside your head teacher and support staff, you develop age-appropriate activities that encourage healthy child development in a safe environment. You provide daily care for our infants and help with activities like eating, face washing, and diaper changing.
Proactively, you identify and remove potential choking hazards or other dangers from the environment in order to keep our kids safe. If a baby starts crying, you compassionately tend to their needs and help relax them. At the end of the day, you help clean the daycare, sanitizing toys and commonly touched surfaces. You feel great about helping care for our families' most important treasures! 
QUALIFICATIONS FOR AN ASSISTANT INFANT TEACHER<ul><li>
1+ years of experience working in a licensed daycare</li><li>
3 written references</li><li>
CPR/first aid certification or willingness to obtain</li><li>
Food handler certification to be obtained within 30 days of hire</li><li>
Gateways to Opportunity membership or willingness to join</li><li>
High school diploma or equivalent</li><li>
Willingness to submit to a physical
</li></ul>Experience working with infants would be preferred but is not required. Can you remain calm, even during stressful situations? Do you work well with others? Are you observant and detail-oriented? If yes, you might just be perfect for this daycare position! 
WORK SCHEDULE FOR AN ASSISTANT INFANT TEACHER
This childcare position typically works Monday - Friday. Part-time hours are 11:00 am - 5:45 pm. 
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR DAYCARE TEAM?
If you feel that you would be right for this childcare job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!
Location: 61822</div>

Assistant Infant Teacher

Lakewood Child Care Center

Overview Lakewood Child Care Center is a NAEYC Accredited, Gold rated, nurturing and engaging early childhood education center dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment for infants and young children. We are looking for a caring and reliable Assistant Infant Teacher to join our team.Position Summary: The Assistant Infant Teacher supports the Lead Teacher in caring for infants (ages 6 weeks to 14 months), ensuring their safety, comfort, and developmental growth. This role involves hands-on caregiving, classroom support, and building positive relationships with children and families.Responsibilities<ul><li>Implementing age-appropriate activities that promote infant development, including sensory play, motor skills, and social interaction.</li><li>Support daily routines such as feeding, diapering, nap time, and hygiene with patience and care.</li><li>Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment by following health and safety protocols diligently.</li><li>Observe and document individual infant progress, behaviors, and milestones to inform personalized care plans.</li><li>Engage with children through nurturing caregiving techniques that foster trust and emotional security.</li><li>Support classroom management by helping establish routines that promote positive behavior and social skills.</li><li>Communicate effectively with parents and team members to ensure consistent care and share developmental updates.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>High school diploma or equivalent required; CDA or early childhood coursework preferred</li><li>Experience working with infants or in a childcare setting is a plus</li><li>Knowledge of child development principles</li><li>Patient, nurturing, and dependable personality</li><li>Prior experience working with infants or in early childhood education settings is preferred.</li><li>Knowledge of childhood development principles and best practices for infant care.</li><li>Strong understanding of classroom management techniques tailored for infants and toddlers.</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment while maintaining a caring demeanor.</li><li>Passion for nurturing young children&rsquo;s growth through engaging activities, caregiving, and behavior management strategies.</li></ul>Pay: $14.00 - $15.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Helpful Hands Children Center

Do you enjoy working with and supporting the growth and development of little ones? Come join our team of helpful hands!We are seeking to add a teacher to our infant room scheduled 9:30am - 6:00pm.This teacher should be a child focused individual with knowledge of classroom management and an ability to facilitate an educational environment that promotes individual growth and learning. An ideal candidate should be familiar with and willing to administer common screening tools, and they will be responsible for making observations to identify any gaps in students' academic or social performance.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Foster a positive and enriching learning environment for all children in your care.</li><li>Observe and log children's growth and development on a daily basis and for regular child screenings.</li><li>Utilize Procare for daily tracking of children's activities, food intake, diapering, and napping habits.</li><li>Assist lead teacher in completion of daily activities and classroom duties.</li><li>Follow state and center guidelines for classroom management and care of children.</li><li>Participate in regular professional development and required teacher trainings.</li><li>Assist in the completion of routine cleaning tasks throughout the center.</li><li>Occasionally fill in other classrooms when the need arises.</li></ul>Pay is based on education and experience.Qualifications:<ul><li>High School or GED required</li><li>CDA or Higher Education (Preferred)</li><li>Medical Statement for Employment</li><li>Pass BCI/FBI Background check</li><li>CPL Level 2</li></ul>Apply now to be contacted for an interview!Job Type: Full-timePay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Employee discount</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li></ul>License/Certification:<ul><li>Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)</li></ul>Ability to Commute:<ul><li>Columbus, OH 43229 (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Childcare Infant Teacher

Water Lily Learning Center

<div>| Gold-Rated Step Up to Quality | Full-Time | OTR - Cincinnati OH 45214 | Benefits Included 


About Water Lily Learning Center

Water Lily Learning Center - OTR is a Gold-rated Step Up to Quality program in Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. We provide high-quality, responsive infant care using the Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddlers and Twos. Our OTR team is passionate, collaborative, and committed to giving every child the strongest possible start.

Position Summary

The Assistant Infant Teacher - OTR works directly alongside our Lead Infant Teacher to provide safe, consistent, and nurturing care for infants ages 6 weeks to 12 months at our OTR campus. This is the right role for someone with a genuine heart for infant care, a dependable work ethic, and a desire to grow within a Gold-rated early childhood program.

Key Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Support the Lead Teacher in implementing Creative Curriculum routines and individualized infant care plans</li>
<li>Provide attentive, responsive, hands-on care including feeding, diapering, soothing, and supporting infant development</li>
<li>Maintain a clean, safe, and organized infant classroom following all Ohio DCY health and sanitation standards</li>
<li>Actively supervise infants at all times during activities, tummy time, rest, meals, and transitions</li>
<li>Assist with daily documentation of infant routines, feedings, and developmental notes using Brightwheel</li>
<li>Communicate warmly and professionally with OTR families during drop-off and pick-up</li>
<li>Prepare classroom materials and assist with room setup and lesson prep under Lead Teacher direction</li>
<li>Follow all Water Lily Learning Center policies and Step Up to Quality Gold classroom standards</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
<ul>
<li>High school diploma or equivalent required; CDA, ECE coursework, or Associate degree preferred</li>
<li>Prior experience in a licensed childcare setting with infants strongly preferred</li>
<li>Current CPR and First Aid certification required prior to working with children</li>
<li>Genuine warmth, patience, and attentiveness with infants and their families</li>
<li>Ability to work on your feet, lift up to 40 lbs, and perform floor-level caregiving throughout the shift</li>
<li>Reliable and punctual with a strong commitment to ratio coverage</li>
<li>Must meet all Ohio DCY employment eligibility requirements including applicable clearances</li>
</ul>
Schedule and Compensation
<ul>
<li>Full-time, Monday through Friday</li>
<li>$15-$17/hr based on experience and qualifications</li>
<li>Health, dental, and retirement benefits included</li>
<li>Paid professional development including infant-specific training</li></ul> 


Health and Wellness Benefits:
<ul>
<li>Health Insurance</li>
<li>401(k) Retirement Savings Plan</li>
<li>Dental</li>
<li>Vision</li>
<li>Life Insurance</li>
<li>Long-Term Disability</li>
<li>Short-Term Disability</li>
<li>NexGenEAP (Employee Assistance Program)</li>
<li>Working Advantage (Employee Discount and Reward Program)</li>
<li>Balance Care</li>
<li>FinFit Financial Wellness</li>
<li>Cancer Advocate</li>
<li>Long-Term Care Insurance</li>
<li>Pay on Demand</li>
<li>Staff Meetings: Monthly paid meetings</li>
<li>11 Paid Holidays</li>
<li>Paid Time Off (PTO):</li>
<li>Paid Professional Development</li>
<li>Weekly Pay</li>
<li>Employee Referral Program</li>
<li>Plus More</li></ul> 


Why Join Water Lily?
<ul>
<li>Work inside a Gold-rated, recognized leader in Cincinnati early childhood education</li>
<li>Paid professional development and CDA credential support</li>
<li>Collaborative team culture with hands-on mentorship from experienced lead teachers</li>
<li>Clear career pathway from assistant to lead teacher</li>
<li>Be present for the most formative experiences of a child's earliest development</li></ul></div>

Assistant Infant Teacher - OTR

<div>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
<ul>
<li>Assist the Lead Teacher in carrying out daily infant care routines using the Creative Curriculum</li>
<li>Provide attentive hands-on care: feeding, diapering, comforting, and supporting infant development throughout the day</li>
<li>Keep the Avondale infant classroom clean, organized, and compliant with Ohio DCY health, safety, and Step Up to Quality standards</li>
<li>Actively supervise infants at all times during all activities, meals, rest, and transitions</li>
<li>Assist with documentation of feedings, diapering, and daily routines using available digital tools</li>
<li>Greet and communicate respectfully with Avondale families at drop-off and pick-up</li>
<li>Prepare classroom materials and assist with room organization and setup as directed by Lead Teacher</li>
<li>Follow all Water Lily Learning Center, DCY, and Step Up to Quality policies and expectations</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
<ul>
<li>High school diploma or equivalent required; ECE coursework, CDA, or Associate degree preferred</li>
<li>Prior experience in a licensed childcare or early education setting preferred; infant experience a plus</li>
<li>Current CPR and First Aid certification required prior to working with children</li>
<li>Patient, dependable, and genuinely caring toward infants and their families</li>
<li>Physical ability to perform infant caregiving duties including lifting, bending, and floor work throughout the shift</li>
<li>Strong teamwork and communication skills in a multi-staff classroom environment</li>
<li>Must meet all Ohio DCY employment eligibility requirements including applicable clearances</li>
</ul>
Schedule and Compensation
<ul>
<li>Full-time, Monday through Friday</li>
</ul>
$14- $16/hr based on experience and qualifications
<ul>
<li>Medical, dental, and retirement benefits included</li>
<li>Paid professional development and training support</li>
</ul>
Why Join Water Lily?
<ul>
<li>Gold-rated Step Up to Quality program with strong community roots in Avondale</li>
<li>Paid training and professional development with hands-on mentorship</li>
<li>Supportive, stable leadership team invested in long-term staff growth</li>
<li>Career growth path within Water Lily Learning Center</li>
<li>Make a lasting impact during the most formative period of a child's life</li></ul></div>

Assistant Infant Teacher - Avondale

Childcare Lead Infant Teacher

Newton Learning Center 

Overview:We are seeking a compassionate, attentive, and nurturing Infant Teacher to join our early childhood education team. The ideal candidate will have a genuine love for infants and a strong understanding of early developmental milestones. This role requires someone who is committed to creating a safe, loving, and stimulating environment where babies can thrive emotionally, physically, and cognitively.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide responsive and individualized care for infants ages 6 weeks to 12 months.</li><li>Create and maintain a warm, safe, and engaging classroom environment that promotes development through age-appropriate activities and interactions.</li><li>Follow each child&rsquo;s individual schedule for feeding, diapering, and napping.</li><li>Foster trusting relationships with children and families through daily communication and regular updates.</li><li>Maintain accurate records including attendance, feeding, diapering logs, and developmental observations.</li><li>Collaborate with co-teachers and center staff to implement curriculum and daily routines.</li><li>Sanitize toys, equipment, and surfaces regularly in compliance with health and safety regulations.</li><li>Ensure licensing regulations, health and safety standards, and center policies are followed at all times.</li><li>Attend required staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities.</li><li>Communicate effectively with parents regarding their child's progress, needs, and milestones.</li><li>Support transitions between classroom activities and routines with patience and predictability.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate&rsquo;s or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.</li><li>Previous experience working with infants in a licensed childcare setting strongly preferred.</li><li>Must meet state licensing requirements for infant teachers (e.g., CPR/First Aid certification, background checks, etc.).</li><li>Strong knowledge of infant development and best practices in early care and education.</li><li>Ability to lift up to 40 lbs, bend, sit on the floor, and be active throughout the day.</li><li>Excellent communication and teamwork skills.</li><li>Reliable, flexible, and committed to fostering a caring learning environment.</li></ul>Work Environment:<ul><li>Classroom setting with regular exposure to noise, cleaning products, and diapering situations.</li><li>Requires frequent standing, walking, lifting, and engaging in play and movement activities with infants.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>AFLAC</li><li>Paid Holidays (after 90 days)</li><li>Generous Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: From $20.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li><li>Tuition reimbursement</li></ul>Work Location: In person

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