Assistant Childcare Teacher ($13-$17)

Imaginative Beginnings Early Learning Center; Maumee (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Childcare discount

Tuition assistance

401(k)

Professional development

Job summary

Imaginative Beginnings Early Learning Center in Maumee, OH is hiring a full-time Childcare Teacher / Assistant Teacher to join our early childhood education team. You will work with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, or Pre-K students, supporting lead teachers and guiding daily routines in a nurturing environment.

This role offers daytime hours (approx. 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.), paid time off, holidays, and opportunities for professional development. CPR/First Aid training provided as required.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Willingness to complete required trainings, including CPR, First Aid, AED, and Child Abuse Prevention.

Responsibilities

• Support the Lead Teacher with daily classroom activities and routines.
• Help prepare and facilitate developmentally appropriate learning and play activities.
• Supervise children during play, learning, meals, outdoor time, and transitions.
• Help maintain a safe, clean, organized, and nurturing classroom environment.
• Assist with classroom documentation and daily records.
• Communicate respectfully with families and team members.
• Follow state licensing requirements and center policies.
• Work collaboratively with classroom and center leadership to support consistent program quality.

Skills

Age 18+

Willingness to train

Education

High school diploma

Job description

PAY: $13-$18/hour

----- SCHEDULE: Full-Time, Monday - Friday

Imaginative Beginnings Early Learning Center is seeking a full-time Childcare Teacher / Assistant Teacher to join our team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young children, wants hands‑on experience in childcare, and is interested in growing in the field of early childhood education.

We are hiring for Infant, Toddler, Preschool, and Pre‑K classrooms. Classroom placement is based on experience, interests, and current center needs.

Typical schedule: Most positions follow a consistent daytime schedule (for example, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.) within center hours of 5:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Why Join Our Team

• Reggio-inspired, play‑based early childhood environment
• Supportive leadership and collaborative classroom teams
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Childcare Discount and Tuition Assistance
• 401(k)
• Professional Development and growth opportunities

What You Will Do

As a Childcare Teacher / Assistant Teacher, you will work alongside classroom leaders to provide a safe, nurturing, engaging environment and support children throughout their daily routines and learning experiences.

• Support the Lead Teacher with daily classroom activities and routines
• Help prepare and facilitate developmentally appropriate learning and play activities
• Supervise children during play, learning, meals, outdoor time, and transitions
• Help maintain a safe, clean, organized, and nurturing classroom environment
• Assist with classroom documentation and daily records
• Communicate respectfully with families and team members
• Follow state licensing requirements and center policies
• Work collaboratively with classroom and center leadership to support consistent program quality

Qualifications

Required

• At least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Willingness to complete required trainings, including CPR, First Aid, AED, and Child Abuse Prevention

Preferred - not required

• Previous experience working with children, including childcare, daycare, preschool, school, camp, or similar settings
• Interest in early childhood education or child development
• CDA (Child Development Associate)
• Dependable, patient, caring, and team-oriented attitude

No formal childcare experience is required - we will train the right candidate who is dependable, caring, and eager to learn.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 20 lbs
• Ability to actively supervise children throughout the day

Reasonable accommodations are available.

About the Role

This position is a strong fit for someone who enjoys working with young children, values relationships and play‑based learning, and wants a stable role in early childhood education. Depending on classroom placement, you may work with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, or Pre‑K children.