Preschool Assistant Teacher — Nurture Young Minds

Premier Early Childhood Education Partners; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Trainings, including Enhanced CAR

Generous Benefits Package: Dental, Med

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 of Clayton, a licensed childcare center, is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support Preschool and Pre-K. The role requires a high school diploma or ECE credentials (or 6 ECE credits) and the ability to pass background checks. Prior childcare experience is a plus.

Typical shifts run Monday–Friday with various 9:00am–6:00pm style windows. Compensation is $15–$16.50 per hour, based on education and experience, with benefits and professional development opportunities offered.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma, completion of early childhood education credentials or 6 credits worth of early childhood education courses or their equivalent.
• Background checks required.
• Previous childcare experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher with all aspects of the classroom in alignment with the center's philosophy and goals.
• Implement activities that support growth in emotional, social, cognitive, creative, and physical development.
• Receive direction, accept feedback, and make improvements to enhance program quality.
• Create and maintain a clean, safe environment for all children.
• Establish professional rapport with families to provide quality care.
• Meet physical demands of working with young children (sitting, standing, walking, running, stairs).
• Lift and carry up to 40 lbs as needed.

Education

High school diploma

Early childhood education credentials

6 credits in early childhood education courses

Job description

The Growing Years of Clayton, a licensed childcare center, is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support Preschool and Pre-K. The role requires a high school diploma or ECE credentials (or 6 ECE credits) and the ability to pass background checks. Prior childcare experience is a plus.

Typical shifts run Monday–Friday with various 9:00am–6:00pm style windows. Compensation is $15–$16.50 per hour, based on education and experience, with benefits and professional development opportunities offered.