Daycare Teacher

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• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

The Infant & Toddler Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Teacher in creating a safe, nurturing, and Christ-centered classroom for children ages 6 weeks through 24 months. This position helps provide individualized care, encourages developmental growth through play and exploration, maintains a clean and organized environment, and builds positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers.

The Assistant Teacher plays an essential role in ensuring every child feels loved, secure, and cared for while supporting the Lead Teacher in maintaining a high-quality learning environment.

• Provide loving, attentive care for infants and toddlers.
• Maintain active supervision at all times.
• Assist children with feeding, diapering, toileting, dressing, and hygiene.
• Comfort children and respond promptly to their individual needs.
• Engage children through play, conversation, music, and sensory experiences.
• Support positive social and emotional development.
• Follow classroom routines and daily schedules established by the Lead Teacher.

Assist the Lead Teacher with:

• Preparing classroom activities
• Setting up learning centers
• Reading stories
• Singing songs and leading movement activities
• Art and sensory experiences
• Outdoor play
• Cleaning and organizing the classroom
• Preparing materials for upcoming lessons

Provide consistent care by assisting with:

• Bottle preparation and feedings
• Meal and snack assistance
• Diaper changes
• Potty learning support
• Nap routines
• Safe sleep practices
• Comforting children during transitions
• Encouraging self-help skills as children grow

Accurately document assigned daily activities, including:

• Photos and videos as directed by the Lead Teacher
• Bottles, meals, and snacks
• Diaper changes and potty records
• Nap documentation
• Daily observations
• Incident reports when needed

• 6-8 quality photos daily
• 1 video whenever possible
• Complete daily documentation before dismissal

• Follow all Missouri childcare licensing regulations.
• Maintain required classroom ratios.
• Practice proper handwashing and sanitation procedures.
• Follow safe sleep guidelines at all times.
• Sanitize toys, equipment, and classroom materials throughout the day.
• Report injuries, illnesses, or concerns immediately.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and licensing-ready classroom.

• Greet families warmly during drop-off and pick-up.
• Share positive moments from each child's day.
• Direct concerns or sensitive conversations to the Lead Teacher or Director.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding children and families.
• Represent The Midwest Playhouse with kindness and professionalism.

• Support the Lead Teacher throughout the day.
• Assist other classrooms when needed to maintain ratios.
• Participate in staff meetings and training.
• Help complete classroom opening and closing responsibilities.
• Work collaboratively with coworkers and maintain a positive attitude.
• Be flexible as classroom needs change throughout the day.

The Assistant Teacher is expected to:

• Actively engage with children rather than supervise from a distance.
• Sit on the floor, read books, sing songs, and play alongside children.
• Encourage language development through frequent conversation.
• Keep children safe while promoting curiosity and independence.
• Help maintain a calm, clean, and organized classroom.
• Support transitions smoothly throughout the day.

Must maintain:

• Current CPR & First Aid Certification (or obtain within required…