Assistant Teacher

First Learning; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Education assistance

401k with match

Life insurance

Employee referral program

Employee assistance program

Growth opportunities

Job summary

First Learning, one of North America’s largest providers of high-quality early education for children, seeks an Assistant Teacher/Floater to deliver supportive care and education in a warm classroom setting. In-person positions with day shifts and no nights or weekends are available, offering competitive wages and strong benefits.

The role emphasizes building parent relationships, maintaining records, and collaborating with staff, with opportunities for training and career advancement within a

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience related to caring for children.
• Flexibility as to the hours and schedule of work.

Responsibilities

• Developing parent relationships and communicating with parents regularly on children’s activities
• Maintaining classroom records and keeping necessary documentation
• Communicating effectively and directly with other staff
• Maintaining a positive work climate and having FUN!
• May be asked to assist in classrooms as needed as an Assistant Teacher/Floater.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

About First Learning

First Learning is one of North America’s largest providers of high-quality early

education for children. Founded in 1991 with the opening of Care-a-lot’s first

childcare center in Greece, the organization quickly built a strong reputation that

fueled growth across the Rochester community. Between 2023 and 2025, First

Learning expanded further with the addition of Generations Child Care,

Storybook Academy, and Windsor Academy.

Now operating under the parent company name First Learning, we are proud to

be recognized among North America’s Top 50 for-profit childcare organizations

by Exchange Magazine. We remain deeply committed to delivering exceptional

care and education to children and families as we continue to grow.

We Care About YOU!

Now operating under the parent company name First Learning, we celebrate a significant milestone in our journey. Our commitment to providing exceptional childcare services remains steadfast, earning us recognition among North America's top 50 for-profit childcare organizations by Exchange Magazine. As we continue to grow, we remain dedicated to maintaining the excellence that has defined our service to children and families for decades.

We care about YOU!

What we offer:

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Discounted childcare
• Health insurance – including telehealth!
• Education assistance
• 401k with a company match!
• Life insurance
• Employee referral program
• Employee assistance program
• Abundant opportunities for growth

Responsibilities:

• Developing parent relationships and communicating with parents regularly on children’s activities
• Maintaining classroom records and keeping necessary documentation
• Communicating effectively and directly with other staff
• Maintaining a positive work climate and having FUN!
• May be asked to assist in classrooms as needed as an Assistant Teacher/Floater.

Why Should You Apply?

• Competitive Wages
• Great Benefits
• Reasonable Hours – no nights or weekends
• Opportunities for training and career advancement
• You get to work with children!

Job Type: Full-time and part-time

Salary: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Requirements

Job Requirements:

• Flexibility as to the hours and schedule of work
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent, AND
• At least 1 year of experience related to caring for children