About the Role:

The Learning Tree in Wilmington, NC is looking for a warm, nurturing, and dedicated Full Time Infant Room Assistant to join our team! This is a wonderful opportunity to make a meaningful impact during the most critical stage of a child's early development. If you have a passion for caring for little ones and creating a safe, loving environment, we'd love to meet you!

Responsibilities:

Provide attentive, hands-on care for infants in a safe and nurturing classroom environment

Support daily routines including feeding, diapering, napping, and soothing

Engage infants in age-appropriate sensory play and early learning activities

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe infant room in accordance with childcare regulations

Communicate daily updates and milestones with parents and guardians

Collaborate with lead teachers and staff to support each child's individual developmental needs

Follow all health, safety, and licensing guidelines for infant care

Requirements:

Previous experience in childcare, infant care, or early childhood education preferred

High school diploma or equivalent required; ECE coursework or credentials a plus

CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)

Ability to pass a required background check

Patient, compassionate, and dependable with a genuine love for working with infants

Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team setting

Must be able to meet the physical demands of infant care, including lifting and bending

About Us:

The Learning Tree has been a trusted name in early childhood education in the Wilmington, NC community, providing families with a safe, enriching, and loving environment for their children to grow and thrive. Families choose us for our dedicated staff, nurturing atmosphere, and commitment to each child's development. Our team members love working here because we foster a supportive, family-oriented workplace where every employee is valued and appreciated.