Assistant Teacher

The Learning Experience; Alamo (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Tuition assistance

Job summary

The Learning Experience is hiring an Assistant Teacher to implement curriculum, maintain a safe and engaging classroom, and communicate with families. The Assistant teacher supports the learning and development of infants, toddlers, preschool, and/or Pre-K children under the guidance of a Lead Teacher.

The role emphasizes building relationships with families, following the LEAP curriculum, and adhering to licensing and safety standards in a fast-paced classroom environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required, unless state requirements allow otherwise.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Experience in childcare, daycare, preschool, or early childhood education is required.
• Classroom leadership experience is preferred.
• ECE, Child Development, or Education coursework preferred.
• Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organization skills.
• Must meet applicable state licensing, background screening, health, and training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, engaging classroom where children feel supported and ready to learn.
• Build positive relationships with children and families.
• Plan age-appropriate learning and play experiences.
• Support children's development across social, emotional, language, cognitive, and physical areas.
• Maintain required lesson plans, observations, assessments, and records.
• Communicate with families about their child’s day and progress.
• Collaborate with teachers and center leadership.
• Model professional classroom practices and teamwork.
• Participate in required training and professional development.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Organization

Child development knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

ECE/Child Development coursework

Job description

Benefits:

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Tuition assistance

Location: Alamo Ranch, TX

Pay: $14-$17 hourly

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday onsite at School location

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off + Holidays
• Health Insurance
• Company Provided Uniforms
• Company Paid Training
• Generous Child Care Discount
• Tuition Reimbursement *For qualifying employees*
• 401K Match *For qualifying employees*
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Career Growth Opportunities

The Learning Experience is hiring an Assistant Teacher to implement curriculum, maintain a safe and engaging classroom, and communicate with families.

The Assistant teacher support the learning and development of infants, toddlers, preschool, and/or Pre-K children under the guidance of a Lead Teacher.

What You’ll Do

Inspires Happiness

Create a classroom where children feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.

• Build positive relationships with children and families
• Plan age-appropriate learning and play experiences
• Support children’s social, emotional, language, cognitive, and physical development
• Encourage curiosity, independence, communication, and confidence

Takes Ownership

Support the daily operation of your classroom.

• Implement classroom activities, routines, and transitions
• Maintain required lesson plans, observations, assessments, and records
• Monitor individual children’s needs and development
• Maintain an organized and prepared classroom

Builds Trust

Develop strong relationships with families and your teaching team.

• Communicate with families about their child’s day, development, and progress
• Respond to family questions professionally
• Work collaboratively with teachers and center leadership
• Model positive classroom practices and teamwork
• Support and mentor developing teachers

Drives Operational Excellence

Provide consistent, high-quality early childhood education.

• Implement TLE's L.E.A.P. Curriculum®
• Adapt activities to children’s ages, abilities, and developmental needs
• Follow state childcare licensing, health, safety, and supervision requirements
• Maintain required classroom ratios and active supervision
• Support children’s daily care needs, including feeding, diapering, and toileting as appropriate
• Participate in required training and professional development

Elevates the Brand

Represent The Learning Experience and provide a positive experience for families.

• Maintain TLE classroom and curriculum standards
• Help families understand their child’s learning and classroom experience
• Support family engagement and center activities
• Create a professional and welcoming classroom environment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, unless otherwise permitted by state requirements
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Previous childcare, daycare, preschool, or early childhood education experience requiredClassroom leadership experience preferred
• ECE, Child Development, or Education coursework preferred
• Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organization skills
• Must meet applicable state licensing, background screening, health, and training requirements

Physical Requirements

This active classroom role requires the ability to supervise children by sight and sound; stand, walk, bend, kneel, and sit on the floor; participate in indoor and outdoor activities; and safely lift up to 40 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be available.