Preschool Assistant Teacher

Learning Grove; Covington (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & growth

Tuition assistance

Free child care

Health insurance

PTO & holidays

Mental health support

Job summary

Learning Grove, a trusted nonprofit serving Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky for over 40 years, is seeking an Assistant Teacher in Covington, KY to help create engaging, play-based learning environments for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years while supporting lead teachers and building relationships with families.

The role emphasizes safety, equity, and collaboration in a nurturing classroom, with benefits including tuition assistance for KY residents pursuing a CDA/AA/BA/MA, free child care for

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Experience with young children preferred
• Strong communication, teamwork, and classroom management skills
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and confidentiality

Responsibilities

• Support classroom setup and daily activities
• Assist with child development tracking and family engagement
• Maintain a safe, clean, and nurturing learning environment
• Collaborate with staff to meet high-quality standards

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Classroom management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details Job Location: Altamont - Covington, KY 41011 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: High School Salary Range: $14.00 - $16.00 Hourly Join Learning Grove, a trusted nonprofit serving Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky for over 40 years. As an Assistant Teacher, you’ll help create engaging, play-based learning environments for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years, while supporting lead teachers and building strong relationships with families.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Experience with young children preferred
• Strong communication, teamwork, and classroom management skills
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and confidentiality

Key Responsibilities

• Support classroom setup and daily activities
• Assist with child development tracking and family engagement
• Maintain a safe, clean, and nurturing learning environment
• Collaborate with staff to meet high-quality standards

Benefits

• Provided training, coaching, and career growth support
• Free/reduced college tuition or scholarship money for KY residents to receive a CDA, AA, BA, or MA
• Free child care for qualifying KY employees
• Health, dental, vision, life (and pet) insurance
• Paid time off, holidays, and mental health support

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