Daycare Assistant Teacher - La Petite Academy, N Linder Rd.

La Petite Academy; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount

401(k) company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

La Petite Academy in Meridian, Idaho is seeking energetic full‑time Assistant Teachers to guide and care for children in a supportive classroom environment. You will observe, assess, and plan activities that foster learning while communicating with families to ensure comfort and continuity of care.

The role emphasizes following licensing guidelines, safety practices, and participating in ongoing childcare training. The position offers a stable schedule with weekday hours and a focus on growth.

Qualifications

• Follow licensing guidelines and company standards to care for every child.
• Develop ability to observe, assess, and plan for children and communicate with families.
• Complete extensive training on childcare and development topics.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a fun, interactive classroom that is clean and organized.
• Observe and assess children and plan activities.
• Communicate with families and follow licensing guidelines.

Skills

Observe and assess children

Plan for children

Communicate with families

Meet state/accreditation requirements

Education

State licensing/education 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.

We are looking for FULL TIME team members to join our team! 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.

• 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- $14.74-$15.31
• 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
• Monday through Friday work week

Learning Care 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.