Child Care Assistant Teacher

Learning Care Group; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate individuals to join their vibrant team as Assistant Teachers. This role offers a unique opportunity to inspire children in a nurturing environment, where you can help shape their futures. With a focus on ongoing training and development, you'll engage in meaningful interactions with children and families while enjoying flexible schedules and a supportive community. This position not only allows you to make a difference in the lives of children but also offers a variety of benefits, including childcare discounts and health programs. If you're ready to embark on a rewarding journey in early childhood education, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Childcare Discount

Flexible Schedules

Health Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k) Company Match

Paid Time Off

Recognition Programs

Paid Sick Leave

Qualifications

• Ability to meet state and/or accreditation requirements for education and experience.
• Energetic and dependable with a passion for working with children.

Responsibilities

• Ensure daily care of every child while maintaining a fun and organized classroom.
• Engage with children and families through effective communication and planning.

Skills

Childcare

Communication Skills

Observation Skills

Physical Activity Engagement

Education

State Accreditation Requirements

Job description

Join a strong community where all we do is care for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for:

• You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more.
• You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off.
• You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program.
• You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.

This is more than just a daycare job. It’s a journey, where you learn, grow, thrive—and play—every day. Being a teacher at a child care center is something special. We’re hiring and we want difference makers who will inspire children to become lifelong learners.

Assistant Teachers:

• Love to help! Follow all licensing guidelines and company standards to ensure the daily care of every child. Maintain a fun, interactive classroom that is clean and organized.
• Love to engage! Develop your ability to accurately observe, assess, and plan for children, as well as effectively communicate with families.
• Love to learn! Complete extensive training on childcare, preschool, and child development topics.

We want energetic, dependable individuals, with a passion for working with children, who have:

• The ability to meet state and/or accreditation requirements for education and experience.
• The ability to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.

Compensation and Benefits:

Compensation based on Position, Education, and Experience. Bi-weekly and Daily Pay options.

Assistant Teacher: $15.00-$17.50

Teacher: $17.00-$18.00

Lead Teacher: $18.00-$22.00

Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and FSA) provided for full-time employees. Limited medical offered for part-time workers.

Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification, 401K (plus company match), life and disability insurance, and child care discount available to all employees.

All employees in Colorado are eligible for paid sick leave, as required by the Healthy Families Work Act. Full-time employees are provided with 48 hours upon hire and annually each fiscal year thereafter. Part-time and temporary employees earn paid sick leave based upon hours worked.

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis.

Learning Care Group is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.