Assistant Infant/Toddler Teacher

Job Description

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

Company: LeafSpring School at Ballantyne

Location: Charlotte, NC 28277

Job Type: Full-Time

Compensation: Competitive Pay Based on Experience

Industry: Early Childhood Education Preschool Child Care Services

Help Young Minds Grow Become an Assistant Teacher at LeafSpring Schools!

Do you love working with young children and want to play a meaningful role in their early development? LeafSpring Schools is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Assistant Infant/Toddler Teacher to join our vibrant early learning community. If youre passionate about child development, school support, and creating joyful, engaging learning environments, this is the opportunity for you!

Why Work at LeafSpring Schools?

Paid time off and holidays, including your birthday!

Work-life balance is a priority: no evening or weekend shifts.

Heavily discounted tuition and free access to the Get Well Place for your own child when ill

Paid training and continuing education opportunities

Tuition reimbursement for professional development

Meals provided daily

Positive, team-driven culture focused on collaboration and learning

Positive, team-driven culture focused on collaboration and learningYour Role as an Assistant Teacher

As an Assistant Teacher, youll work closely with the Lead Teacher to deliver a nurturing, safe, and educational classroom environment for infants or toddlers. Youll help implement play-based learning activities, manage classroom routines, and provide individualized attention that supports each childs social, emotional, and cognitive development.

Key Responsibilities

Support daily routines including circle time, story time, snack, outdoor play, and rest time

Assist with lesson planning and curriculum implementation based on childrens developmental needs and interests

Supervise children during classroom transitions, group play, and hands-on activities

Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment aligned with state licensing regulations

Encourage independence, self-help skills, and social interaction through positive guidance strategies

Observe and document childrens behavior and milestones for communication with families and the teaching team

Provide age-appropriate support for infants or toddlersdepending on assigned classroom

Collaborate with other teachers and staff to create a supportive, inclusive early childhood learning environmentQualifications

Previous experience in child care, preschool, daycare, or toddler education (preferred)

Understanding of child development principles and developmentally appropriate practices (DAP)

Friendly, patient, and enthusiastic about working with young children

Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset

Ability to multitask, follow classroom structure, and adapt to childrens needs

High school diploma or GED required

CDA or enrollment in Early Childhood Education courses (preferred but not required)Make a Difference Every Day

Full-time