Assistant Teacher - Full-Time

Waypoint Services For Women Children and Families; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

12 Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insur

401(k) with Employer Match

Employer Paid Life Insurance & Dis

FSA & HSA options

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Child Care Discount

Job summary

Waypoint Services For Women Children and Families in Cedar Rapids is seeking an Assistant Child Care Teacher to join our Cedar Rapids team at KidsPoint locations. This full-time role supports the Lead Teacher to create a safe, structured, and engaging early childhood environment for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years.

You will lead age-appropriate activities, help implement curriculum, monitor safety, and communicate with families.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED (or in progress).
• 1 year of childcare experience required.
• Able to interact with children and communicate with parents.
• Willing to complete required trainings (CPR/First Aid, Mandatory Reporter, etc.).
• Reliable transportation and punctual.
• Able to stay active and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to meet background check and health screening requirements.

Responsibilities

• Help lead fun, age-appropriate activities and learning experiences that keep kids engaged and learning.
• Assist in planning and implementing curriculum and daily activities.
• Support children’s social, emotional, and physical development.
• Ensure a safe, supervised environment at all times.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and team members.
• Use positive guidance to encourage good behavior and problem-solving.
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom.
• Assist with daily routines including meals, hygiene, and transitions.
• Communicate with families and contribute to daily updates.
• Help maintain required documentation and licensing standards.

Skills

Caring

Patience

Strong communication

Team player

Adaptable

Multitasking

Reliability

Respectful

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Assistant Child Care Teacher - (Full-Time)

Help shape young minds and build a career you love!

Location: KidsPoint Downtown Or KidsPoint C Street

Organizational Overview:

For over 130 years, Waypoint has been dedicated to inspiring people to move forward. We continuously evolve to meet the ever-changing needs of individuals, children, and families in our community through a variety of services and resources. Through this work, we remain devoted to improving lives and strengthening our community.

Waypoint Values

• Having Compassion
• Instilling Ownership
• Empowering People
• Embracing Diversity

Position Summary:

Are you looking for a rewarding full-time role working with kids? Join our team as an Assistant Teacher and help create a fun, safe, and engaging environment for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. This role offers a great opportunity to build experience working with youth while developing general leadership skills.

Pay & Schedule

Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 6:30AM-5:45PM

Schedule: Full-Time 30-35 hours per week

Shift: 10:30am-5:45pm Monday-Friday

Starting Pay: $15/hour

Benefits That Support You

• Paid Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Employer Paid Life Insurance & Disability
• FSA & HSA options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Child Care Discount

Why You’ll Love This Job

• Make a lasting impact in children’s early development
• Great opportunity to grow your skills in education and child development
• Stay active and engaged - no two days are the same
• No nights or weekends

What You’ll Do

As an Assistant Teacher, you’ll support the Lead Teacher and help create a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment.

In this role, you will:

• Help lead fun, age-appropriate activities and learning experiences that keep kids engaged and learning
• Assist in planning and implementing curriculum and daily activities
• Support children’s social, emotional, and physical development
• Ensure a safe, supervised environment at all times
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and team members
• Use positive guidance to encourage good behavior and problem-solving
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom
• Assist with daily routines including meals, hygiene, and transitions
• Communicate with families and contribute to daily updates
• Help maintain required documentation and licensing standards

Requirements

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for someone who brings energy, positivity, and a genuine passion for working with children.

You’ll thrive in this role if you are:

• Have a caring, patient, and positive approach to working with children
• Dependable and Responsible - you show up and follow through
• A strong communicator who works well with others
• A team player who enjoys collaboration
• Able to take and give direction and feedback
• Adaptable and able to multitask in a busy environment
• Committed to treating others with respect and professionalism
• Aligned with Waypoint’s Values: Have Compassion, Instill Ownership, Empower People, and Embrace Diversity.

What You’ll Need

To be successful in this role, you should:

• At least 18 years old
• Have a high school diploma or GED (or in progress)
• Have 1 year of childcare experience required
• Feel confident interacting with children and communicating with parents
• Be willing and able to complete required trainings (CPR/First Aid, Mandatory Reporter, etc.)
• Have reliable transportation and a strong commitment to being on time
• Be able to stay active throughout your shift and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to meet background check and health screening requirements