Job DetailsJob Location: Charlotte Campus - Charlotte, NC 28277Position Type: Full TimeTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayJob Category: EducationCharlotte Latin School is hiring a full-time Nest Assistant Teacher in the infant classroom beginning August 3rd, 2026. These teachers will assist in managing the classroom effectively with compassion, high energy, attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving strategies. The Nest is open from 7:15-5:45. This position will be 9:45 a.m. - 5:45 p.m.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Meet the individual needs of the children
Interact with children to support learning through play
Be willing to learn and use the Conscious Discipline framework for social/emotional development
Present expectations that are appropriate to the child's age and developmental level
Provide compassionate care in the areas of feeding, diapering, toilet training, etc.
Communicate appropriately and professionally with parents and fellow staff
Participate in staff and training meetings
Complete annual required training hours as prescribed by the NC Division of Child Development
Comply with school policies and procedures
Perform other duties as needed
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
QualificationsEducation and Experience
An associate's degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development or a related field is preferred. Must be willing to earn NC Early Childhood Credential if needed.
One year of teaching experience with infants or toddlers is preferred.
Ongoing Requirements
State and Federal Background checks are required at time of hire and every five years.
Annual Health Questionnaire
Health and safety training upon hire and every five years
Education documentation submitted to the NC Division of Child Development and Early Education
Skills
Ability to be flexible, as every day is unique
Possess a natural ability to engage and support young learners
Proven interpersonal relations skills
Communicate clearly and effectively with parents and colleagues
Computer literate
Exceptional organizational skills
A propensity for working collaboratively with classroom team
Adheres to the highest level of professionalism
Working Conditions
Able to lift and carry up to 35 lbs.
Easily able to move up and down off of floor, sit on floor, and bend over for extended periods.
Continuously see, sit, balance, grasp, and have repetitive use of arms, wrists, hands, and fingers; and some fine finger dexterity.
Frequently talk and hear.
Intermittently stand, stoop, bend, twist, crouch, kneel, crawl, walk, climb stairs and ladders, operate foot and hand controls, squeeze, and reach above shoulders.
Exposure to dust, chemicals, fumes, flammables, grease, dirt, stacked materials, electrical equipment, machinery, low to medium noise levels, and moderate indoor temperatures of heat and cold.
Long or odd hours, as needed.