ECE Assistant Teacher
Voted Best of Baldwin 5 years running! If you're passionate about bringing quality early learning experiences to our community, you may be just the right fit. At KinderKids Learning Center, we are committed to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment where infants can explore, learn, and develop foundational skills. Our school is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of infant care, and we take pride in creating a supportive and enriching atmosphere for both infants and their families. We value the importance of building strong relationships, promoting a sense of belonging, and celebrating the unique qualities of each child.
About the role
We are looking for an energetic teaching assistant to join our team. You will be assisting the lead teacher with planning and implementing both whole-classroom and small-group instruction.
Responsibilities
- Work alongside lead teachers to implement curriculum, lessons, and activities
- Provide assistance to lead teachers with daily classroom management including diapering/toileting, feeding/meal times, naps, and more
- Assist with cleaning duties including cleaning and sanitizing of toys, furniture, and work spaces
- Provide assistance to lead teacher with planning engaging, developmentally appropriate activities for students
- Interact with parents through face-to-face conversations and written communication
- Update student activity logs through parent engagement app to ensure parents are properly updated on their child's daily activities
- Document learning through photographs and videos and create observations
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to pass a state and federal background check
- Must be able to work an 8-hour shift, Monday through Friday between the hours of 6:45 AM–5:30 PM
- A year of previous teaching assistant experience preferred
- High-energy with a love of working with children
- Organized and detail-oriented
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly
- Ability to sit, stand, and kneel and ability to see and hear all children at all times
Benefits
- 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- Company parties
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
- Tuition assistance
- Supportive work environment that values teamwork, collaboration, and a sense of enjoyment
- Child care discount for your own children
- Paid time off, paid holidays, no weekends
- Advancement opportunities