Child Care Assistant Preschool Teacher

YOUNG EXPLORERS; Streetsboro (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

401(k) company match

Professional development opportunities

Paid time off and holidays

Health, dental, vision, and life保险

Job summary

BrightPath Kids, located in Streetsboro, OH, is hiring an Assistant Teacher to support teachers and families in a caring environment. The role covers safety, supervision, and instructional assistance for children from 6 weeks to 12 years, with a focus on warmth and engagement.

Eligible candidates enjoy competitive pay, childcare discounts, and growth opportunities as part of BrightPath Kids and Busy Bees global childcare community.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or CDA or Level 3 required.
• 1 year of experience in licensed child care preferred.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized.
• Must meet state criteria for child care employment.

Responsibilities

• Work side-by-side with teachers and families to provide a home away from home for children in our care.
• Ensure the safety and supervision of children ages 6 weeks - 12 years.
• Assist teachers with instruction in the classroom.
• Decorate inside and outside of classrooms as needed.
• Maintain a warm and safe environment that is clean and permits children to grow and explore.
• Interact with children to encourage their involvement in activities.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Education

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education/related field

CDA credential

Career Pathway Level 3

Bachelor's Degree in any field

Job description

Center: Streetsboro, OH

Pay: $14-18/hour

Job Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team atBrightPath Kids, formerlyThe Children's House! As a proud member of BrightPath Kids and Busy Bees global childcare community, we offer exceptional opportunities for your career to thrive. Join our diverse community of over 5,000 dedicated employees, and experience competitive pay and benefits, including a childcare discount. With our rapid growth, now is the perfect time to apply and shape an extraordinary future with us. Unleash your potential and join BrightPath Kids today!

What will you be doing?

As an Assistant Teacher, you will work side-by-side with teachers and families to provide a home away from home for children in our care. Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring the safety and supervision of children ages 6 weeks - 12 years.
• Assisting teachers with instruction in the classroom.
• Decorating inside and outside of classrooms as needed.
• Maintaining a warm and safe environment that is clean and permits children to grow and explore.
• Interacting with children to encourage their involvement in activities.
• Providing effective communication with parents/guardians about their child.

Top Reasons to join BrightPath Kids:

• We offer a generous child care discount to ALL employees so that your family can take advantage of our great learning environment!
• All staff are eligible to participate in the 401(k) program which offers a company match - this is free money!
• We will support your long-term career goals by offering opportunities for professional development.
• Full-time staff are offered paid time off and paid holidays.
• Full-time staff are offered health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance and $10,000 of company-paid life insurance.

Requirements:

• Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education/related field OR Child Development Associate (CDA) credential OR Career Pathway Level 3 required OR Bachelor's Degree in any field
• 1 year of experience in a licensed child care facility preferred
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to multitask and remain organized
• Ability to work within regular operating hours
• Must meet state criteria for child care employment