Preschool Assistant Teacher — Growth, Training & Benefits

The-Growing-Years; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,273,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Trainings

Dental, Medical, Vision Insurance

401k with Match

Discounts for Childcare

Fun and Positive Place to Work

Open Door Policy

Shirts and Swag

Job summary

The Growing Years is seeking Assistant Teachers to support Preschool and Pre-K in Clayton, NC. The role requires a high school diploma and early childhood education credentials or 6 credits, with background checks required; childcare experience is a plus.

Shifts are Monday–Friday during daytime hours. Compensation ranges from $15–$16.50 per hour, depending on education and experience, with competitive benefits and opportunities for growth within a family-oriented setting.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of early childhood education credentials or 6 college credits in early childhood education.
• Ability to pass all background checks.
• Previous childcare experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher with all aspects of the classroom in a manner consistent with the center's philosophy and goals.
• Implement activities that foster emotion, social, cognitive, creative, and physical development.
• Take direction, accept feedback, and make improvements for program quality.
• Create and maintain a clean, safe environment for all children.
• Establish a professional rapport with families to provide quality care.
• Possess the physical ability to work with young children (sitting, standing, walking, running, stairs).
• Lift and carry up to 40 lbs and meet all physical requirements.

Skills

Childcare experience

Education

High school diploma

Early childhood education credentials

6 credits in early childhood education

Job description

The Growing Years is seeking Assistant Teachers to support Preschool and Pre-K in Clayton, NC. The role requires a high school diploma and early childhood education credentials or 6 credits, with background checks required; childcare experience is a plus.

Shifts are Monday–Friday during daytime hours. Compensation ranges from $15–$16.50 per hour, depending on education and experience, with competitive benefits and opportunities for growth within a family-oriented setting.