State Pre-K Assistant Teacher - La Petite Academy, Challenger Way

La Petite Academy; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Health benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Bring your child to work

Job summary

La Petite Academy is hiring a State Pre-K Assistant Teacher in Lancaster, CA. You will instruct 4-year-olds, follow licensing guidelines, and engage with families to support early learning.

The role emphasizes care, observation, and creative curriculum delivery, with ongoing training and credential assistance. We offer strong benefits, flexible schedules, and opportunities for tuition reimbursement and Master Teacher development.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or active CDA in Preschool.
• Experience in a licensed childcare center or related field.
• Able to meet state requirements for education and center.
• Able to work indoors or outdoors with children.

Responsibilities

• Instruct 4-year-olds based on individual needs and program requirements.
• Observe, assess, and plan for children; communicate with families.
• Complete training on child care, preschool, and development topics.
• Create fun, interactive learning experiences within curriculum.

Skills

Caring

Engaged

Knowledgeable

Creative

Education

Associates in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related or an active CDA in Preschool

Experience in licensed childcare center or related field

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.

The State Pre-K Assistant Teacher is responsible for instructing 4-year old's, based on needs of each child, and the requirements of the program. We want change makers who never stop being curious, inventive, and open-hearted to prepare children for Kindergarten and beyond.

As an Assistant Teacher, you are:

• Caring! Follow all licensing guidelines, company standards and grant program requirements to ensure the daily care of every child in your classroom.
• Engaged! Develop your ability to accurately observe, assess, and plan for children, as well as effectively communicate with families.
• Knowledgeable! Complete extensive training that provides insight on child care, preschool and development topics.
• Creative! Implement curriculum while creating fun, interactive learning experiences for the children.

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who have:

• Associates in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related or an active CDA in Preschool.
• Experience in a licensed childcare center or related field.
• The ability to meet state requirements for education and our center requirements.
• Able 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
  • State Pre-K Assistant- $20.61-$21.41
• 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 through Friday work week.

Learning Care 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.