Childcare Floater/Teacher Aide

The Growing Years; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Trainings

Career Development

Dental Insurance

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with Match

Childcare Discounts

Positive Work Environment

Open Door Policy

Shirts and Swag

Job summary

The Growing Years is a licensed childcare center in Clayton seeking Floaters/Teacher Aides to work with all age groups. This role supports classrooms as needed and covers staff breaks under the direction of the lead teacher.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED and can pass background checks; previous childcare experience is a plus. We offer competitive pay, training, benefits, and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to pass background checks.
• Previous childcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Willingness to substitute for any position as needed, covering staff breaks and absences.
• Demonstrate patience and positive interactions with children, parents, and staff.
• Operate as a team player and assist the lead teacher as needed.
• Physical ability to work with young children (sitting, standing, walking, running, stairs).
• Lift and carry up to 40 lbs and meet other physical requirements.

Job description

The Growing Years of Clayton is a licensed childcare center seeking Floaters/Teacher Aides to work with all age groups!

To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require a high school diploma OR GED and the ability to pass all background checks. A plus if you have previous childcare experience!

Required Shift: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 4:00pm OR 9:00am - 6:00pm

Compensation: $15-$18/hr based on education and experience

We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including:

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development
• Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
• 401k with Match
• Discounts for Childcare
• Fun and Positive Place to Work
• Open Door Policy
• Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our teachers!

Our Hiring Process:

1. Resume screen
2. Phone screen with recruiter (30 minutes)
3. On-site interview with Center Director (30-60 minutes)
   1. Q&A
   2. Classroom observation
4. Offer

Main Job Responsibilities:

• Willingness to effectively substitute for any position as needed. This includes covering staff members’ breaks, filling in for staff members in their absences, and assuming the classroom duties of staff members before or after their scheduled shifts.
• Demonstrate patience, kindness and positive interactions with all children, parents, and staff.
• Operate as a team player and willingness to help where needed under the director of the lead teacher.
• Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.

The Growing Years is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.

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