Early Childhood Assistant Teacher

Learning Care Group; Glen Ellyn (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate individuals to join their team as Assistant Teachers. This role is more than just a job; it’s a rewarding journey where you will help shape the future of children. With a focus on care, education, and development, you will engage in meaningful interactions and create a nurturing environment. Enjoy flexible schedules, a supportive community, and numerous benefits, including tuition reimbursement and a childcare discount. If you’re ready to inspire the next generation and make a difference in their lives, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

50% childcare discount

Immediate access to benefits

401(k) company match

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Ongoing training

Tuition reimbursement

Life and disability insurance

Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)

Child care discount

Qualifications

• Energetic and dependable individuals passionate about working with children.
• Ability to meet state and/or accreditation requirements for education.

Responsibilities

• Follow licensing guidelines and maintain a fun, interactive classroom.
• Develop skills to observe, assess, and communicate effectively with families.

Skills

Childcare

Communication

Observation and Assessment

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- $18- $19.50 hourly
• Teacher/ Lead Teacher- $19.25- $21 hourly

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.

Monday-Friday work week.

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.