Assistant Infant Teacher

The-Growing-Years; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Trainings

Generous Benefits Package

401k with Match

Discounts for Childcare

Positive Work Environment

Open Door Policy

Appreciation Swag

Job summary

The Growing Years of Cary is searching for Assistant Teachers to support various age groups like infants. Applicants must possess a high school diploma and early childhood education credentials or relevant courses.

The role offers competitive pay ranging from $15 to $18 per hour, commensurate with experience and education. Key responsibilities include assisting the lead teacher, developing activities for children, and maintaining a clean and safe environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Completion of early childhood education credentials or courses required.
• Ability to pass all background checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead teacher with classroom tasks.
• Implement activities for child development.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of environment.
• Build rapport with families.
• Fulfill physical requirements for the role.

Skills

Childcare experience

Ability to lift up to 40 lbs

Education

High school diploma

Early childhood education credentials

6 credits in early childhood education

Job description

The Growing Years of Cary is a licensed childcare center seeking Assistant Teachers to support the following age groups:

• Infants

To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require a high school diploma, completion of early childhood education credentials or 6 credits worth of early childhood education courses or their equivalent, and the ability to pass all background checks. a plus if you have previous childcare experience!

Required Shift: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 6:00pm OR 8:30am - 5:30pm

Compensation: $15-18/hr, based on education and experience

We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including:

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development
• Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
• 401k with Match
• Discounts for Childcare
• Fun and Positive Place to Work
• Open Door Policy
• Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our teachers!

Our Hiring Process for Assistant Teachers:

1. Resume screen
2. Phone screen with recruiter (30 minutes)
3. On-site interview with Center Director (30-60 minutes)
   1. Q&A
   2. Classroom observation
4. Offer

Main Job Responsibilities for Assistant Teachers:

• Assist the lead teacher with all aspects of the classroom in a manner consistent with the philosophy and goals of the center.
• Implement activities that encourage each child’s growth in the areas of emotion, social, cognitive, creative, and physical development.
• Take direction, accept constructive criticism, and feedback, and make improvements and changes as necessary for the betterment of the quality of the program.
• Create and maintain an environment that is clean and safe for all children.
• Establishing a professional level of rapport with each family to provide quality care for the children.
• Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.

The Growing Yearsis an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.

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