Childcare Assistant - Afternoons - Northshore

Chambliss-Center-For-Children; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Chambliss Center for Children in Chattanooga seeks a Part-Time Childcare Assistant for Volunteer Community School. You will support teachers, supervise children, and help maintain a safe, nurturing environment during the afternoon hours.

This entry-level position offers growth opportunities with no prior childcare experience required. The role runs Monday–Friday, 1:30–5:30 p.m., at Volunteer Community School, 506 Spears Avenue, Chattanooga TN, 37405.

Qualifications

• 18+ years old with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to pass a fingerprint background check.
• Reliable, friendly, patient, and good with kids.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and play with children in a safe, caring setting.
• Help keep classrooms safe, clean, and organized.
• Support teachers and step in where needed.
• Help children finish their day in a calm, positive way.

Skills

Patience

Dependable

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ECE Certificate

Associates degree

Job description

Love working with children? We’re looking for a caring, dependable person to join our team as a Part-Time Childcare Assistant at Volunteer Community School (part of Chambliss Center for Children).This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being around children and wants to make a difference in their day. No childcare experience is required—we’re looking for someone who is patient, compassionate, dependable, and genuinely enjoys helping children learn and grow.

This is an afternoon position, Monday–Friday, with a schedule of 1:30–5:30 p.m.You’ll work alongside our classroom teachers to help care for and engage children in a safe, positive, and nurturing environment.
Location: Volunteer Community School, 506 Spears Avenue, Chattanooga TN, 37405

Pay: Starts at$11 with a high school education and little experience; from $13 with an ECE Certificate; from $15 with an Associates degree.

What You’ll Do

• Supervise and play with children
• Help keep classrooms safe, clean, and organized
• Support teachers and step in where needed
• Help children finish their day in a calm, positive way

What We Need

• 18+ years old with a high school diploma or equivalent
• Able to pass a fingerprint background check
• Reliable, friendly, patient, and good with kids
• Experience working with children in a group setting preferred but not required

Chambliss Center for Childrenis an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that values diversity. All hiring is decided on candidates' qualifications, their merits, experience, and the needs of the business.