Assistant Teacher

AACTE; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare benefits

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Opportunities for advancement

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Tuition assistance

Job summary

The Learning Experience in Hackensack, NJ is seeking Assistant Teachers to support classrooms for Infants, Toddlers, and Preschoolers. You will partner with lead teachers, implement our L.E.A.P.

Curriculum, ensure safety, communicate with families, and help drive enrollment and engagement. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED (ECE coursework preferred), 18+ years old, and a passion for early childhood education.

Qualifications

• Educational background: High School Diploma or GED required; ECE coursework preferred.
• Minimum age: At least 18 years old.
• Experience: Prior childcare experience or a passion for early childhood education is preferred.
• State compliance: Must meet state-specific guidelines for the role.
• Immunizations, employment physicals, and health and safety training required.

Responsibilities

• Lead alongside teachers to create a welcoming, stimulating classroom space.
• Assist with implementing the L.E.A.P. Curriculum and adapt activities for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
• Maintain safety and ensure a nurturing environment for all children.
• Communicate with families about progress and milestones via apps and in-person conversations.
• Collaborate with center staff to support retention, enrollment, and engagement goals.
• Build warm relationships with families and staff to support learning through play.

Skills

Patience

Safety awareness

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma/GED

ECE coursework preferred

Job description

Benefits:

• Childcare Benefits
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Tuition assistance

Assistant Teachers at The Learning Experience are not just educators but ambassadors of happiness. They are responsible for creating moments that echo our mission — to make a difference in the lives of children, their families, and the communities we serve.

Compensation: $16-$17

Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications. Benefits may include health insurance, paid time off, childcare discounts, and professional development opportunities.

Core Attributes:

• Passion for Impact: A heart that beats for children's developmental needs and happiness.
• Growth Mindset: An unyielding belief in the potential of every child and an innate desire to inspire a lifelong love of learning.

Role Responsibilities:

• Classroom Leadership: Partner closely with teachers to orchestrate a stimulating, welcoming space where children can play, learn, and grow.
• Curriculum Implementation: Support teachers in implementing our proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum®, adapting your approach to the individual needs of Infants, Toddlers, and/or Preschool children.
• Safety First: Always prioritize a safe, nurturing environment where children are safeguarded and can thrive.
• Family Communication: Support teachers in regularly updating parents on their child's progress and milestones, leveraging a mix of mobile apps and in-person discussions.
• Center Collaboration: Be a team player. Collaborate with center staff and leadership to drive retention, enrollment, and engagement goals.
• Relationship Builder: Cultivate warm relationships with families and colleagues, fostering an environment where learning and play coexist effortlessly.

Qualifications:

• Educational Background: High School Diploma/GED required. ECE coursework preferred.
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age.
• Experience: Prior experience in childcare or a demonstrable passion for early childhood education is preferred.
• State Compliance: Must meet state-specific guidelines for the role.
• Meet state and federal requirements including immunizations, employment physicals, and required health and safety training.

Caregiving Skills:

• Proven judgment to identify and address potential risks in a childcare setting.
• Ensure that children are safe and that their everyday needs are met — this may include diapering, dressing, grooming, and feeding.
• Model and encourage good social skills, such as strong communication and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Keep children active, entertained, and engaged in developmentally appropriate activities.
• Exhibit high levels of composure, patience, and professionalism at all times.

Physical Resilience:

• Demonstrates full range of motion to:
• Stand and walk for extended periods of time without significant discomfort.
• Safely lift and carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Reach, stretch with hands and arms.
• Climb or balance.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Use a stool or ladder to reach high places as necessary.
• Ability to supervise by sight and sound.
• Most days, employee will be working a portion of the day outside in temperatures ranging from 20°F with wind chill to 95°F.
• Maintain mental and physical alertness and an appropriate level of energy to perform essential job functions.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations can be made with supporting documentation.