Growth-Minded Assistant Teacher: Path to Lead Educator

Children of America; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Internal career advancement

50% employee childcare discount

Educational assistance

TEACH scholarship partnerships

Employee referral bonuses

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Job summary

Children of America is hiring an Assistant Teacher in the United States, Kansas. You will work with a team to deliver age-appropriate activities and maintain a safe, engaging classroom environment.

The role emphasizes professional growth and opportunities for advancement within COA. You will collaborate with parents and staff to support children from Infants to Pre-K, using technology to document progress and communicate developmental milestones.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Strong organizational and decision-making skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and staff.
• Flexible and adaptable in challenging situations.
• Commitment to professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily lesson plans.
• Assist in creating a safe, structured learning environment.
• Communicate professionally with parents, children, and team members.
• Utilize technology to document and deliver child progress reports.
• Exhibit empathy toward children's emotions and parents' needs.
• Present age-appropriate expectations for children.
• Be creative, passionate, and engaged in your work.
• Grow into a Lead Teacher role—COA promotes from within.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Strong organizational skills

Ability to build positive relationships

Flexible and adaptable

Commitment to professional growth

Job description

Children of America is hiring an Assistant Teacher in the United States, Kansas. You will work with a team to deliver age-appropriate activities and maintain a safe, engaging classroom environment.

The role emphasizes professional growth and opportunities for advancement within COA. You will collaborate with parents and staff to support children from Infants to Pre-K, using technology to document progress and communicate developmental milestones.