Assistant Teacher - Infants, Toddlers, Preschool

Sunrise Preschools; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Child Development Schools in Durham, North Carolina, is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support the Lead Teacher, helping create a warm, safe classroom where children explore with curiosity and joy. You will contribute to daily activities, stories, and hands-on learning that foster growth and confidence.

You will interact with children during meals and transitions, document progress, and maintain positive relationships with families.

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication skills with families.
• Ability to foster a safe, nurturing classroom environment.
• Commitment to the safety and well-being of children.

Responsibilities

• Support Lead Teacher with age-appropriate lessons and activities.
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom.
• Engage directly with children during activities, meals, and outdoor time.
• Observe children and share developmental notes with the Lead Teacher.
• Build relationships with families through daily communication.
• Assist with classroom documentation including attendance and daily reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Assistant Teacher -- Durham, North Carolina

Your role

As an Assistant Teacher at Child Development Schools, you will help create a classroom filled with discovery, creativity, learning, and joy. Working alongside your Lead Teacher, you will support young learners through meaningful experiences that encourage curiosity, confidence, kindness, and growth. From hands-on activities and storytelling to everyday learning moments, you will help shape a warm and welcoming environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to explore the world around them.

You will serve as a trusted partner to families, a positive role model for children, and an important part of our collaborative teaching team dedicated to making early childhood education engaging, nurturing, safe, and fun.

What your day looks like:

• Support the Lead Teacher in delivering age-appropriate lessons and activities for the classroom
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom that meets licensing and ratio requirements
• Engage directly with children during activities, meals, transitions, and outdoor time
• Observe children and share developmental notes with the Lead Teacher
• Build relationships with families through warm, consistent daily communication
• Assist with classroom documentation including attendance and daily reports

Pay and benefits

Pay: 13-15 per hour, based on experience and education.

Full-time employees receive:

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability
• 401(k)
• 9 company-paid holidays and 8 days of PTO
• 50% tuition discount for your own children enrolled at a CDS center
• Up to $5,250 in annual tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Access to PerkSpot for discounts on major brands and services
• Coaching, mentoring, and ongoing professional development

Requirements

• At least 18 years old
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to pass a background check
• Genuine care for children and a commitment to their safety and well-being
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with families
• Physical ability to meet the demands of working with young children

A degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education and prior experience in a licensed childcare center are a plus, but not required. We hire for character and train for skill.