Assistant Teacher

RIVERTREE CHRISTIAN; Massillon (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Rivertree Christian is seeking an Assistant Teacher to join its early childhood education team. You will support lead educators in a faith-centered classroom, guiding young children through safe, engaging, and spiritually nurturing activities.

The role emphasizes teamwork, ongoing professional growth, and a warm, child-focused approach to daily learning and care in a faith-based environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written English communication with parents, staff and children.
• CDA credential or Associate's/Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education plus CPR & First-Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• 1–2 years of experience with toddlers in a licensed preschool or childcare setting.
• Active personal commitment to Jesus Christ guiding daily living in a faith-based environment.
• Flexible team player open to feedback and adapting activities to meet children's needs.
• Knowledge of early childhood practices and emotional maturity to handle classroom dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Greet each child warmly and maintain a safe, welcoming classroom.
• Assist in preparing and leading daily indoor/outdoor educational activities.
• Supervise play, toileting, meals with health and safety focus.
• Review medical and developmental histories to tailor care and support learning needs.
• Maintain accurate attendance, meal tracking and progress records.
• Collaborate with lead teachers on classroom management and teamwork.

Skills

Communication

Relatability

Adaptability

Teamwork

Faith-based mindset

Education

CDA credential or Early Childhood Education degree

CPR & First-Aid certification or willingness to obtain

Job description

About this position

Join Our Team: Early Childhood Assistant Teacher

Are you passionate about guiding young hearts and minds in a loving, faith-centered environment? We are looking for a dedicated and energetic Assistant Teacher to join our early childhood education team! In this role, you will work alongside lead educators to create a safe, engaging, and spiritually nurturing classroom where children can learn, grow, and explore.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

Supportive Culture: Collaborative, team-oriented environment rooted in faith, encouragement, and mutual respect.

Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning, in-service training, and early childhood education development.

Impactful Ministry: Direct opportunities to nurture children’s physical, emotional, social, and spiritual development every day.

What You’ll Do (Essential Responsibilities)

Daily Classroom Engagement & Care

• Warm Welcome: Greet each child enthusiastically, creating a safe, welcoming, and orderly classroom environment that encourages exploration.
• Instructional Support: Assist in preparing and leading daily indoor/outdoor educational activities aligned with our curriculum.
• Child Well-Being: Supervise active play, toileting, bathroom routines, and family-style meal/snack times with a continuous focus on child health and safety.
• Individualized Attention: Review medical and developmental histories for each student to tailor care and support their unique learning needs.

Teamwork & Administration

• Record Keeping: Help maintain accurate daily attendance, meal tracking, and ongoing developmental progress records.
• Positive Collaboration: Partner with lead teachers on classroom management, discipline, and building a supportive team atmosphere.
• Documentation & Discretion: Protect confidential information and maintain written documentation whenever a child’s progress or well-being requires special attention.

Periodic & Community Involvement

• Participate in staff meetings, open houses, family events, and required state/agency in-service training.

What We’re Looking For (Position Requirements)

• Communication & Relatability: Excellent oral and written English communication skills; able to speak respectfully and warmly with parents, staff, and children.
• Education & Credentials: Prefer Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or an Associate’s/Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (or related field), plus active CPR & First-Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Experience: At least 1–2 years working with toddlers in a licensed preschool or childcare setting.
• Faith & Mindset: An active personal commitment to Jesus Christ, using biblical principles for daily living to nurture a loving, respectful, and engaging faith-based environment.
• Adaptability & Teamwork: Flexibile team player open to sharing ideas, receiving feedback, and adapting activities to meet individual children's needs.
• Child Development Mindset: Knowledgeable (or eager to grow) in early childhood practices, with the emotional control and maturity to handle dynamic classroom situations gracefully.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Physical Activity: Frequently lifting children (up to 40 lbs), bending, stooping, stretching, squatting, and sitting on the floor.
• Safety & Responsiveness: Must be able to hear, observe, and move/sprint quickly in the event of an emergency.
• Environment: Energetic and active classroom atmosphere with moderate to loud noise levels.

Salary Information

$13 - $15Hourly Wage