Assistant Infant Teacher

The-Growing-Years; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid trainings

Dental insurance

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401k with match

Discounts for childcare

Positive work environment

Open door policy

Shirts and swag

Job summary

The Growing Years in Greensboro is a licensed childcare center seeking Assistant Teachers to support infants and preschoolers. The role involves assisting the lead teacher, implementing developmentally appropriate activities, and maintaining a clean, safe classroom.

A HS diploma and background checks are required; ECE coursework or credentials are a plus, as is prior childcare experience. We offer competitive pay, paid trainings including career development, a rich benefits package with dental,

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Early childhood education credentials or coursework preferred.
• Experience in early childhood education or ability to pass background checks.
• Previous childcare experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher in all classroom activities.
• Implement activities supporting emotional, social, cognitive, creative, and physical development.
• Take feedback and improve the program quality.
• Create and maintain a clean, safe environment for children.
• Establish professional rapport with families to provide quality care.
• Assist with mobility and physical tasks for young children.
• Meet all physical requirements of the role.

Skills

Childcare experience

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Observation skills

Education

High school diploma

Early childhood education credential (EDU 119)

Job description

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

• Infants
• Preschool

To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require a high school diploma, completion of early childhood education credentials/ EDU 119 or some early childhood education coursework OR some experience working in the early childhood education field as well as the ability to pass all background checks. A plus if you have previous childcare experience!

Required Shift: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 6:00pm

Compensation: $14-$16/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:

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:

• 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 Years is 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.