Infant Teacher Assistant in Little Rock, Arkansas at Access Group, Inc.

Description:

Infant Teacher Assistant

Little Rock, AR

Full-time, 40 hours per week · Monday through Friday · $15/hr. · Little Rock, AR

The first smile. The first laugh. The first steps. The first words. The moments when trust is built, confidence begins to grow, and children discover the world around them.

ACCESS is looking for an experienced Infant Teacher Assistant to help care for and support our youngest learners. If you have experience working with infants and enjoy creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive, we'd love to meet you.

At ACCESS, you'll do more than care for infants. You'll help build the foundation for future learning, communication, and independence.

Candidates must have previous experience caring for infants in a childcare, preschool, or early childhood setting.

About Our Program

ACCESS operates Early Childhood classrooms where children with developmental delays and typically developing children learn and grow together. Our classrooms are supported not only by teachers, but also by speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and physical therapists who work alongside children and staff every day.

About the Role

You'll work alongside the lead teacher to provide attentive care, support daily routines, and help create an engaging environment where infants feel safe, loved, and encouraged to explore.

The children in your classroom will know your voice, recognize your smile, and depend on you throughout their day. You'll celebrate milestones, comfort them when they need reassurance, and help lay the foundation for future learning and growth.

Successful candidates enjoy creating predictable routines, responding to children's individual needs, and building strong relationships with families.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

-Support classroom routines, activities, and transitions under the lead teacher's direction

-Provide attentive care and supervision throughout the day

-Assist with feeding, diapering, and other personal care needs

-Support age-appropriate developmental activities and learning experiences

-Help maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming classroom environment

-Build respectful, professional relationships with families

What This Role Offers

-Meaningful work that makes a difference every day

-A supportive and collaborative team environment

-Daily interaction with speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and physical therapists

-Work alongside professionals who specialize in child development and early intervention

Benefits

-Medical, dental, and vision insurance

-Paid holidays and paid time off

-401(k) retirement plan

-Professional development opportunities

Requirements: -Professional experience working with infants is required-Experience in a licensed childcare center, preschool, or early childhood setting preferred-Strong understanding of infant development and age-appropriate care practices-Ability to work collaboratively as part of a classroom team -Dependable, patient, and nurturing -High school diploma or GED-Minimum of 18 years old-Pre-Hire Background Checks-Pre-Hire Drug Screen