Assistant Teacher- BBMA Lake Murray Blvd

Big Blue Marble Academy; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Flexible Scheduling

Discounted childcare

Paid parental leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Company paid life insurance

401K

Real-time pay access

Disability insurance

Health Savings Account

Paid time off

Referral bonus

CDA Scholarship

Career advancement

Family atmosphere

Job summary

Big Blue Marble Academy is seeking an Early Child Care Assistant Teacher to join a team dedicated to teamwork, growth, and making a difference in children's lives. You will support the Lead Teacher in daily activities, engage with families, and help document milestones using electronic tracking.

The role offers on-the-job training, pathways from Assistant Teacher to Center Director, and a supportive environment focused on equity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED.
• Demonstrated experience working with children; child care, daycare, or preschool preferred.
• Early childhood coursework, CDA or degree preferred.
• Employees must be able to stand for six to eight hours daily, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, etc., while working with children.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 30 pounds.
• Must be able to visually supervise children at all times.

Responsibilities

• Work as a team with the Lead Teacher to facilitate daily activities and ensure the classroom is functioning smoothly.
• Partner with families to nurture and care for their children, documenting milestones using electronic daily tracking.
• Follow enhanced safety guidelines to keep the classroom clean and safe.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Patience

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA or degree preferred

Job description

Teamwork, giving back, diversity, and making a difference is the foundation of who we are. Join our team and you’ll enjoy teaching a curriculum that enhances children’s perspectives and understanding of the world outside their community. You’ll become a part of a work community where everyone feels empowered to reach their career goals. Our on-the-job training can pave your career path and development from Assistant Teacher all the way to Center Director.

• Full-time and part-time positions are now available with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.

Why you will enjoy working here:

• Competitive wages
• Flexible Scheduling
• Discounted childcare, 50% off
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Company paid life insurance
• 401K
• Access your wages in real time- launching soon!
• Voluntary life and disability insurance
• Health savings account
• Industry leading paid time off
• Generous referral bonus program
• CDA Scholarship
• Career advancement opportunities
• Family feel environment

As an Early Child Care Assistant Teacher, you will:

• Work as a team with the Lead Teacher to facilitate daily activities and ensure the classroom is functioning smoothly.
• Partner with families to nurture and care for their children. Showcase your tech savvy skills while using electronic daily tracking to document children’s special milestones.
• Follow enhanced safety guidelines to keep your classroom clean and safe

Requirements:

• At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED required
• Demonstrated experience working with children; child care, daycare, or preschool preferred
• Early childhood coursework, CDA or degree preferred
• Employees are required to stand (six to eight hours daily), stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, etc. while working with children.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 30 pounds
• Must be able to visually supervise children at all times.

Join a team that takes pride in teamwork, giving back and welcoming an inclusive environment. A career with Big Blue Marble Academy will empower you to reach your career goals while making a difference in the lives of the children we serve.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of our background check, pre-hire screenings, and onboarding processes. All employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time, with or without cause.

BBMA is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse workforce. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.