Assistant Teacher

The Breakie Bunch Learning Center; Waterford Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid continuing education

CPR and first aid training

IRA contribution plan (Retirement)

TEACH Scholarship (90% of tuition)

Paid holiday and vacation time

Discounted childcare

Direct deposit

Room for advancement

Onsite walking track

Job summary

The Breakie Bunch Learning Center is seeking a passionate assistant teacher to support the lead teacher, ensure child safety, and foster a warm, nurturing classroom environment. You will engage children through learning activities, reading, singing, and daily routines while maintaining a cheerful atmosphere.

You will collaborate with staff, follow licensing rules, and adapt to various classrooms, keeping records and ensuring a positive experience for both children and families.

Qualifications

• Responsibilities include keeping children entertained and safe.
• Ability to communicate with parents.
• Maintain classroom cleanliness and order.
• Follow licensing rules and regulations.
• Energetic, adaptable, and positive attitude in diverse classrooms.
• Assist lead teacher with daily tasks.

Responsibilities

• Keep children entertained and safe.
• Laugh, play, and engage with kids.
• Communicate with parents about their children.
• Diaper changing as needed.
• Fill out daily forms and maintain records.
• Maintain cleanliness of classroom and building.
• Follow directions and work with staff.
• Be ready for different classrooms and activities.

Skills

High energy

Adaptability

Parent communication

Customer service

Kindness

Job description

To be a teacher at The Breakie Bunch you have to be awesome. A typical day will involve laughter, hugs from children (Yes, maybe with some boogers for your shoulder), teaching, exploring, building relationships, reading books, singing songs, dancing and lots of smiles. We do not enjoy working with "Debbie Downers," attending pity parties, or listening to excuses. We do however love to lift eachother up when we are having a tough day, remind each other of the brightside when it seems dark and support each other when we need help solving a problem.

The assistant teacher is a full time position between 35-40 hours per week. You will be expected to assist the lead teacher with any work related task, keep children safe and learning, build relationships with parents, maintain a clean, loving, friendly environment and as always, be awesome.

Requirements

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Keeping children entertained and safe
• Know how to laugh and have fun
• Communication with parents
• Diaper changing
• Filling out a variety of forms on a daily basis
• Maintaining cleanliness of the classroom and building
• Be kind
• Communication with lead teachers and other staff
• Ability to follow directions
• High energy
• Be adaptable to each classroom
• Smile often
• Put customer service as a top priority
• Know licensing rules and follow them
• Be happy to come to The Breakie Bunch everyday

Benefits

As part of the team at The Breakie Bunch you will enjoy:

• Paid continuing education
• Supportive, encouraging work environment
• Paid CPR and first aid training
• Optional IRA contribution plan (Retirement savings)
• Eligibility for T.E.A.C.H. Scholarship (90% of your tuition paid for)
• Paid holiday and vacation time
• Discounted childcare
• Secluded break room
• Direct deposit
• Growing company with room for advancement
• Onsite walking track for you personal use