Assistant Teacher Associate, Child Development Center (PRN)

King's Daughters; Ashland, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

UK King’s Daughters is seeking a dedicated child development assistant to supervise and ensure the safety and well‑being of children in a daycare setting. You will monitor both individual and group needs, stepping in during lead teacher absences and promoting positive interactions and developmental growth.

The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma (an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education is preferred) and CPR/First Aid certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and ensures safety of children at all times.
• Monitors individual and group needs; responds promptly to concerns.
• Assists with classroom activities in lead teacher's absence; supports development of children.
• Maintains communication with parents while ensuring confidentiality.
• Performs duties as assigned by Site Director/Administrative Director.
• Disinfects toys and materials; ensures clean classroom environment.
• Reports suspected child abuse or neglect per policy.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

At UK King's Daughters, we’re not just a healthcare facility — we’re a family of dedicated professionals who share a passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. We’re more than just a place to work; we’re a place to grow, thrive, and contribute to our community.

Job Description

Job Summary: Responsible for supervising and ensuring the safety and well-being of children at all times. Monitors individual and group needs, responding promptly to concerns or issues. Assumes temporary responsibility for classroom activities, outdoor play, and gym time in the absence of the lead teacher. Promotes positive interactions and developmental growth for all children.

Essential Functions

• Coordinates room decoration and displays under the direction of the lead teacher.
• Maintains compliance with state and local health department policies in the classroom.
• Assists with cleaning and sanitizing classroom surfaces, furniture, and learning resources.
• Disinfects toys and educational materials regularly.
• Handles discipline promptly and appropriately according to policy, seeking guidance as needed.
• Informs lead teacher of classroom supply, maintenance, or other concerns in a timely manner.
• Maintains effective communication with parents while ensuring confidentiality.
• Reports suspected child abuse or neglect to the Site Director or Administrative Director and contacts appropriate agencies per policy.
• Supports other areas of the center as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

High school diploma or equivalent experience

Associates degree in Early Childhoom Education preferred

Experience Requirement

0-2 years of experience in a relevant area

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

CPR and First Aid certification

CDA certification preferred

Working Conditions

• A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. Never
• C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)
• D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• G. Repetitive motion: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never
• I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never
• J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• K. Job-related travel: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• L. Loud noises: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• M. Temperature extremes: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• O. Radiation: 1. Never
• P. Burns: 1. Never
• Q. Cuts/Punctures: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never
• T. Combative/violent people: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires regular standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; occasional sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions; and occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Also involves occasional exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning children or equipment; occasional risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job; and occasional exposure to bloodborne or airborne pathogens. Additional occasional exposures include hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, temperature extremes, loud noises, animal handling, and combative or violent people.

Additional Job Descriptions

N/A

Department

Child Development

Shift

Days (United States of America)

Address

2419 Lexington Avenue City, State: Ashland, Kentucky

Company Culture

Our growth is creating opportunities! Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! So once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you! Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful.