Infant Teacher

As an Infant Teacher at Action Day Schools, you will be responsible for creating developmentally appropriate activities that engage infants in a loving and playful manner. This includes facilitating art projects, organizing exploratory play sessions, and conducting circle time. Beyond classroom activities, you will also establish strong relationships with parents, ensuring you provide quality care and communicate effectively regarding child development progress.

To be considered for the Infant Teacher position at Action Day Schools, candidates should ideally have at least 12 ECE units in child development. Completion of the Infant/Toddler Development Course is a plus but not mandatory; we will provide training to help you achieve necessary qualifications. A love for working with young children, excellent communication skills, and a reliable, can-do attitude are essential.

Action Day Schools offers a robust professional development program for our Infant Teachers, which includes hands-on training with mentor teachers and personalized coaching sessions. We host a New Hire Welcome Workshop, conduct Teacher In-Service Staff Development Days, and provide opportunities for CPR and First Aid certification. Additionally, we offer tuition loan payment plans to support teachers in completing core Child Development courses.

At Action Day Schools, we value the well-being of our Infant Teachers by providing substantial work-life balance support. Full-time employees working 30+ hours per week receive vacation, sick, and holiday pay, which includes a paid holiday closure at the end of December. We aim to ensure that not only do our teachers excel professionally, but they also maintain their personal well-being.

Infant Teachers at Action Day Schools benefit from a competitive pay structure, professional development opportunities, and comprehensive benefit packages for full-time positions. This includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and childcare/private education tuition discounts—ensuring our teachers and their families are well supported.

In responding to this question, share creative examples of engaging activities that promote sensory exploration and learning. For instance, you could describe how you'd structure an art activity where infants can experience textures and colors, encouraging their developmental skills while fostering a love for creativity.

Discuss specific techniques that address varying energy levels and attention spans among infants. You might mention using visual cues, gentle guidance, and setting up a structured routine that allows infants to feel secure while also providing opportunities for exploration.

Emphasize your communication skills by giving examples of how you’d regularly update parents on their child's progress and invite them to participate in classroom activities. Discuss your commitment to creating a supportive environment where parents feel valued and heard.

Share your passion for nurturing a child's natural curiosity and creativity in a safe and loving environment. Explain the importance of play-based learning and how it supports holistic development in infants, reinforcing your dedication to fostering their growth.

Talk about your approach to calming an upset infant, emphasizing empathy and understanding. You might suggest using soothing techniques, such as holding the infant close or engaging them with a favorite toy, to help them regain comfort.

Reflect on specific experiences you’ve had caring for infants, highlighting your daily responsibilities, interactions, and any impactful moments. This could include anecdotes about helping with developmental milestones or forming bonds with the infants.

Discuss the importance of teamwork in a childcare setting, explaining how collaborating with colleagues can enhance resource sharing, improve classroom activities, and create a unified approach to child development. Highlight your open-mindedness and respect for diverse viewpoints.

Explain your understanding of safety protocols and practices within the classroom. Provide examples of measures you would implement to secure the environment, such as regular checks of play areas and adherence to hygiene standards during activities.

Express the importance of building strong, nurturing relationships with each child. Discuss how these relationships can create a trustworthy environment that is essential for effective learning and emotional security for infants.

Illustrate your commitment to professional growth by mentioning how you follow credible sources, attend relevant workshops, and engage with fellow educators to stay informed about best practices and innovations in early childhood education.