Child Care Center Assistant Teacher - La Petite Academy, 161st Ave NE

About the role

Join a strong community where all we do is care for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. This is more than just a daycare job—it’s a journey where you learn, grow, thrive, and play every day. We’re hiring Assistant Teachers who will inspire children to become lifelong learners.

Responsibilities

• Follow all licensing guidelines and company standards to ensure the daily care of every child.
• Maintain a fun, interactive classroom that is clean and organized.
• Develop your ability to accurately observe, assess, and plan for children, as well as effectively communicate with families.
• Complete extensive training on childcare, preschool, and child development topics.
• Work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.

Requirements

• Ability to meet state and/or accreditation requirements for education and experience.
• Energetic, dependable, and passionate about working with children.
• Successful completion of a background check (effective January 1, 2024).

Benefits

• Minimum 50% childcare discount for all employees.
• Immediate access to benefits, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and FSA) for full-time employees; limited medical for part-time workers.
• 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance.
• Education assistance, including tuition reimbursement, certification support, and a unique Master Teacher Program.
• Flexible schedules, no nights or weekends, and the ability to bring your children to work.
• Paid time off.
• Bi-weekly and daily pay options.
• Positive, fun workplace with employee recognition.

Pay

Compensation based on position, education, and experience. Assistant Teacher pay range: $21.44–$22.28 per hour.

Schedule

Monday through Friday work week.