Assistant Preschool Teacher

Premier Early Childhood Education Partners; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid trainings

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 of Charlotte is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support the Preschool program and assist the lead teacher in delivering engaging, developmentally appropriate activities. The role emphasizes creating a safe, nurturing classroom and partnering with families to support each child’s growth.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma and ECE credentials or 6 ECE credits, plus the ability to pass background checks. Monday–Friday, 9:00am–6:00pm.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Early childhood education credentials or 6 credits in ECE or equivalent.
• Ability to pass all background checks.
• Previous childcare experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher with all classroom duties in alignment with the center's philosophy and goals.
• Implement activities that promote emotional, social, cognitive, creative, and physical development.
• Accept feedback and make improvements to enhance program quality.
• Create and maintain a clean, safe environment for all children.
• Establish professional rapport with families to provide quality care.

Skills

Background checks clearance

Education

High school diploma

ECE credentials or 6 ECE credits

Job description

Description

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

• Preschool

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. plus if you have previous childcare experience!

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

Compensation: $16-$18 per hour; based on education and experience

• 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:

• Resume screen
• Phone screen with recruiter (30 minutes)
• On-site interview with Center Director (30-60 minutes)
  • Q&A
  • Classroom observation
• 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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