Childcare Assistant Teacher

The Growing Years; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 22,041 - 23,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Trainings, Enhanced Career and PD

Dental, Medical, Vision Insurance

401k with Match

Discounts for Childcare

Fun and Positive Place to Work

Open Door Policy

Shirts and Swag

Job summary

The Growing Years in Greensboro, NC is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support Pre-K classrooms. The role requires a high school diploma and the ability to pass all background checks, plus at least one year of licensed childcare experience.

The position runs Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 6:00pm, with competitive hourly pay based on education and experience. Benefits include paid trainings, a generous benefits package, a 401k with match, childcare discounts, and an open-door policy in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• One year of experience in a licensed childcare setting.
• Ability to pass background checks.

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 emotional, social, cognitive, creative, and physical development.
• Take direction, accept constructive criticism and feedback, and make improvements for the betterment of the program.
• Create and maintain a clean and safe environment for all children.
• Establish professional 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.

Skills

Background checks clearance

Education

High school diploma

One year of licensed childcare experience

Job description

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

• Pre-K

To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require a high school diploma and the ability to pass all background checks. One year of working in a licensed childcare setting is required.

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

Compensation: $16-$17/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.

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