What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infant Teacher position at It Takes A Village 24hr Childcare Center?
Infant Teacher
Location: It Takes A Village 24hr Childcare Center – Syracuse, NYJob Type: Full-time, Part-time
About Us:
At It Takes A Village 24hr Childcare Center, we are more than just a daycare—we are a community-driven childcare center that empowers children, families, and staff to dream big, work hard, and create lasting change. Our mission is to provide a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment where children grow and thrive. We are seeking a caring, patient, and dedicated Infant Teacher to provide quality care and education to our youngest learners (ages 6 weeks to 18 months).
Why Join Us?
✅ Growth opportunities ✅ Flexible working hours ✅ Supportive and lively atmosphere ✅ Professional development assistance ✅ Employee discounts ✅ Tuition reimbursement
Job Summary:
The Infant Teacher is responsible for providing a loving, developmentally appropriate, and nurturing environment where infants can grow, learn, and feel secure. This role requires patience, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of infant development. The Infant Teacher will ensure that feeding, diapering, sleeping, and playtime routines follow best practices and NYS OCFS regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
✅ Infant Care & Development
- Provide a warm, safe, and responsive environment for infants.
- Follow individual feeding and sleeping schedules, ensuring infants are fed every 2-3 hours and changed at least every 2 hours (or as needed).
- Engage in age-appropriate sensory activities, tummy time, singing, and interactive play to promote infant growth and development.
- Offer consistent comfort, emotional security, and nurturing interactions throughout the day.
✅ Health, Safety & Supervision
- Ensure constant supervision and adhere to strict infant safety guidelines (no blankets, proper sleep positions, no extended time in swings/bouncers).
- Follow NYS OCFS regulations for safe sleep, feeding, diapering, and hygiene practices.
- Maintain clean and sanitized cribs, toys, bottles, and feeding areas following all health and safety protocols.
- Observe infants closely for developmental milestones and any health concerns, communicating concerns to leadership and parents as needed.
✅ Communication & Relationship-Building
- Foster strong bonds with infants through responsive caregiving, consistent routines, and gentle interactions.
- Build positive relationships with parents, providing daily reports on feeding, sleeping, and development via the center’s communication app and in-person check-ins.
- Conduct parent conferences as needed to discuss infant development and progress.
✅ Team Collaboration & Compliance
- Work closely with other teachers to ensure smooth classroom transitions and maintain consistency.
- Assist in training and mentoring assistant teachers, floaters, and substitutes.
- Maintain accurate attendance, feeding, diapering, and nap logs.
- Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development workshops.
- Ensure compliance with It Takes A Village policies, NYS OCFS regulations, and best practices for infant care.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1 year of experience working with infants in a licensed childcare setting.
- Strong knowledge of infant development, responsive caregiving, and safe sleep practices.
- Ability to multitask, remain calm, and be patient in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Physically able to lift and carry infants, sit on the floor, and keep up with an active classroom.
Educational Requirements (per NYS OCFS regulations):
To qualify as an Infant Teacher, you must meet one of the following:
- Associate degree in Early Childhood, Child Development, or a related field.
- Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or other Office-recognized credential for the infant age group, plus one year of experience working with children.
- At least 9 college credits in Early Childhood, Child Development, or a related field, with a plan to complete a CDA or associate degree, plus two years of experience working with children.
Job Details & Benefits:
Pay: $16.50 per hour (based on experience)
Schedule:
- Full-time & Part-time positions available
- Shifts: Monday – Friday
- 8-hour or 10-hour shifts Work Location: It Takes A Village 24hr Childcare Center – Syracuse, NY Opportunities for Growth & Development
Join Our Village!
If you are passionate about caring for infants, thrive in a nurturing environment, and want to make a lasting impact on the youngest learners, we encourage you to apply!
Send your resume & qualifications to: Ittakesavillagefdc at gmail
Inclusivity Statement:At It Takes A Village 24hr Childcare Center, we value diversity and inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $16.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Syracuse, NY 13204 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Syracuse, NY 13204: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17
