Assistant Teacher

The-Growing-Years; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Trainings

Benefits Package

401k with Match

Discounts for Childcare

Job summary

The Growing Years - Discovery in Charlotte is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support Young Preschool in a licensed childcare setting. A high school diploma and EDU 119 credentials are required, with background checks to be passed.

The position runs Monday through Friday, 9am–6pm, offering $16–$18 per hour depending on education and experience. We provide competitive pay, paid trainings including career development, a generous benefits package (Dental, Medical, Vision), a 401k with match, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Early childhood education credentials (EDU 119) completed.
• Ability to pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher with classroom activities.
• Support children’s development in emotional, social, cognitive, creative, and physical areas.
• Maintain a clean and safe learning environment.
• Establish professional rapport with families to provide quality care.
• Meet physical requirements and lift up to 40 lbs.

Job description

The Growing Years - Discovery in Charlotte is a licensed childcare center seeking Assistant Teachers to support the following age groups: Young Preschool

To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require a high school diploma, completion of early childhood education credentials/EDU 119, and the ability to pass all background checks. A plus if you have previous childcare experience!

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

Compensation: $16-18/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

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 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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