Assistant Teacher

New Horizon Academy

Des Moines (IA)

On-site

USD 20,000 - 22,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K matching

CDA/AA scholarships

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Professional development

Discounted childcare

Job summary

New Horizon Academy in Des Moines, IA is hiring Assistant Teachers to join our team. The role is full-time, Monday–Friday, with shifts between 6:30am and 6:00pm. Hourly wages range from $14.40 to $15.75 depending on DOE and experience.

You will contribute to a caring, educational environment, support young children, and collaborate with a team of educators. We offer benefits, scholarships, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

Be able to work a flexible, full-time schedule, Monday-Friday.
Have positive work ethic, and a team-centered attitude.
Be willing to learn and grow as an educator.
Enjoy working with children!
Previous childcare experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Delight in our beautifully equipped classrooms.
Have support and encouragement from our knowledgeable support staff.
Be a brain-builder who will help shape the leaders of tomorrow!

Job description

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We are seeking

Job Details

Description

We are seeking Assistant Teachers to join our team at New Horizon Academy Des Moines, IA! *

Hourly wage range: $14.40-$15.75 DOE

must be available to work any shift between 6:30am and 6:00pm*

New Horizon Academy participates in the WAGE$ program. More information can be found at the link below.

https://iowaaeyc.org/programs/wages/

Teachers are also eligible for Child Care Assistance with the State of Iowa, which can cover up to 100% of the cost of childcare for those with children who will be attending our schools. More information in the link below.

https://hhs.iowa.gov/assistance-programs/child-care-assistance

All Applicants MUST

Be able to work a flexible, full-time schedule, Monday-Friday.
Have positive work ethic, and a team-centered attitude.
Be willing to learn and grow as an educator.
Enjoy working with children!

~Previous childcare experience preferred, but not required.

Love Making a Difference? You'll fit right in!

You'll love teaching with us, just as our children will love learning with you! If you want to inspire, encourage, and celebrate a child's love of learning every day, come join our team!

As a New Horizon Academy educator, you will...

Delight in our beautifully equipped classrooms.
Have support and encouragement from our knowledgeable support staff.
Be a brain-builder who will help shape the leaders of tomorrow!

What Makes New Horizon Academy Different...

For over fifty years, New Horizon Academy has been the leader in early care and education.
Our company fosters a culture of continuous improvement, which means that every decision we make is based on what's best for children and our staff.
We are passionate advocates for additional childhood resources at the national, state, and local level.
There are opportunities for growth and development through scholarships and tuition reimbursement.
Research shows that a child's first five years are the most important for social and emotional brain development, which is why the work we do is so essential!

We Are Looking For Someone Who. .

Meets or exceeds state qualifications for the listed position.
Has previous experience in Early Childhood Education or related field of work.
Must meet position qualification requirements as outlined by the state department guidelines.
Can satisfy the Applicant Background Study required by state regulations.
Can provide proof of identity and eligibility to legally work in the United States.
Has the physical abilities to perform the required job duties with or without accommodations.

We are proud to offer a complete benefits package, which includes...