Assistant Teacher

The Learning Experience Assistant Teachers are ambassadors of happiness, making a difference in the lives of children, their families, and communities.

Benefits

• Childcare benefits
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Tuition assistance

Responsibilities

• Classroom Leadership: Partner closely with teachers to create a stimulating, welcoming space where children can play, learn, and grow.
• Curriculum Implementation: Support teachers in implementing the proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum®, adapting your approach to the individual needs of Infants, Toddlers, and/or Preschool children.
• Safety First: Prioritize a safe, nurturing environment where children are safeguarded and can thrive.
• Family Communication: Support teachers in regularly updating parents on their child's progress and milestones, using mobile apps and in-person discussions.
• Center Collaboration: Collaborate with center staff and leadership to drive retention, enrollment, and engagement goals.
• Relationship Builder: Cultivate warm relationships with families and colleagues, fostering an environment where learning and play coexist effortlessly.

Core Attributes

• Passion for Impact: A heart that beats for children's developmental needs and happiness.
• Growth Mindset: An unyielding belief in the potential of every child and an innate desire to inspire a lifelong love of learning.

Requirements

• Educational Background: High School Diploma/GED required. ECE coursework preferred.
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age.
• Experience: Prior experience in childcare or a demonstrable passion for early childhood education is preferred.
• State Compliance: Must meet state-specific guidelines for the role, including immunizations, employment physicals, and required health and safety training.
• Caregiving Skills:
  • Proven judgment to identify and address potential risks in a childcare setting.
  • Ensure children's safety and meet their everyday needs, including diapering, dressing, grooming, and feeding.
  • Model and encourage good social skills, such as strong communication and conflict-resolution abilities.
  • Keep children active, entertained, and engaged in developmentally appropriate activities.
  • Exhibit high levels of composure, patience, and professionalism at all times.
• Physical Resilience:
  • Stand and walk for extended periods without significant discomfort.
  • Safely lift and carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
  • Reach and stretch with hands and arms.
  • Climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • Use a stool or ladder to reach high places as necessary.
  • Supervise children by sight and sound.
  • Work outside in temperatures ranging from 20°F with wind chill to 95°F.
  • Maintain mental and physical alertness and an appropriate level of energy.

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations can be made with supporting documentation.

Pay

Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.