Primary Infant Caregiver Position Available In Morris, New Jersey

Primary Infant Caregiver Mountain Lakes Country Day School – 5.0

Mountain Lakes, NJ Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$32.3K – $37.5K a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Paid time off Professional development assistance Qualifications High school diploma or GED Staff training 1 year Infant care Entry level Full Job Description Summary Mountain Lakes Country Day School is seeking a caring and dedicated individual to join our infant team. This full-time position is Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Responsibilities include:

Caring for infants ages 3 to 17 months, including feeding, diapering, and engaging in play Ensuring the safety, well-being, and development of all children in your care Communicating effectively with parents Reading stories, playing, and providing a nurturing and stimulating environment Implementing age-appropriate, developmentally enriching activities You’ll be part of a supportive team of four experienced infant teachers. The ideal candidate will have prior experience working with young children and demonstrate patience, attentiveness, and a genuine love for infants.

Duties Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide care and supervision for a small group of children. Create daily classroom plans and routines. Ensure a clean, safe, and engaging environment for all children at all times. Demonstrate a growing understanding of child development through daily interactions, written documentation, and communication with families. Accurately record daily activities, injuries, and notable behaviors using daily sheets, and complete required incident or injury reports. Communicate effectively with parents and staff to ensure consistency and transparency in care.

Requirements Qualifications:

Must be at least 18 years of age Must demonstrate a positive attitude and the ability to work effectively as part of a team Prior experience caring for infants is strongly preferred Benefits Paid time off- vacations, holidays, personal and sick time Paid professional development About Us Mountain Lakes Country Day School provides quality care for infants, ages 6 weeks to 18 months; toddlers, ages 18 to 36 months; preschoolers, ages 3 to 4 years, and kindergartners, ages 4 to 6 years. Classrooms are broken down by age group and activities are planned for small groups on the principles of developmentally appropriate practices using The Creative Curriculum by Teaching Strategies.

Our center is open all year with limited closings for holidays and staff training.