Infant Assistant Teacher
Premier Early Childhood Education Partners · Forsyth, IL · 1 mo ago
Education$17/hrFull-time
Kids N Fitness North is a licensed childcare center seeking Assistant Teachers to support our Infant classroom.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to pass all background checks
- Previous childcare experience (preferred)
Schedule
Monday – Friday, full‑time, 8:30 am – 5:30 pm
Compensation
$17 per hour; based on education and experience.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Paid trainings, including enhanced career and professional development
- Generous benefits package: dental, medical, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with match
- Discounts for childcare
- Fun and positive workplace
- Open‑door policy
- Shirts and swag to show appreciation for teachers
Responsibilities
- Assist the lead teacher with all aspects of the classroom in line with the center’s philosophy and goals.
- Implement activities that encourage each child’s emotional, social, cognitive, creative, and physical development.
- Take direction, accept constructive criticism and feedback, and make improvements as necessary.
- Create and maintain a clean and safe environment for all children.
- Establish a professional rapport with each family to provide quality care.
- Physical ability to work around small children, including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lb and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.