Teacher's Assistant (full time)

Little Learners; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Collaborative team environment

Competitive pay $15.75–$17.00/hour; 6‑

Job summary

Little Learners in Olathe, Kansas is seeking a Teacher's Assistant to support classrooms, engage young children in activities, and assist teachers at the start and end of the day. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, at least six months of licensed child care or school setting experience, is pursuing Child Care or Education, and demonstrates a positive, professional attitude.

We offer paid training, a collaborative team, and competitive pay from $15.75 to $17.00 per hour, with raises

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• At least 6 months of experience in licensed child care or school setting.
• Pursuing Child Care and/or Education as a career.
• Able to work Monday–Friday.
• Positive, professional, and passionate about care and education of young children.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers and guide children during activities and transitions.
• Support classroom management and student engagement.
• Provide care and education to children aged 12 months to six years.

Skills

Positive attitude

Professional demeanor

Passionate about early education

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Description for a Teacher's Assistant

Have you always wanted to be a teacher? Being a Teacher's Assistant is an excellent way to gain experience with opportunities for professional growth.

Are you ready to make a DIFFERENCE? At Little Learners, we touch the future by making sure every little learner is ready for tomorrow. We are looking for someone who shares this mission and wants to join an amazing school family.

Is Early Childhood Education not just your occupation but your "occu-passion"? Are you preparing for a career in education? Are you looking for a supportive environment and opportunities to grow professionally? If so, you will love our team! We are positive, professional, and passionate about the care and education of young children.

Our Teacher's Assistants guide children through engaging activities within classrooms at the beginning and end of the day and provide staff breaks throughout the day. They build positive relationships with our little ones and are a valuable part of our team.

Our IDEAL Teacher's Assistant:

• is able to work Monday - Friday;
• has a high school diploma;
• must have 6 months of experience in licensed child care or school setting;
• is pursuing Child Care and/or Education as a career;
• is positive;
• is professional;
• is passionate about the care and education of young children.

Teacher's Assistant Benefits include:

• Paid, on the job training;
• A collaborative team environment;
• Competitive pay starting at $15.75/hour up to $17.00/hour with raises every six months;
• A $250 hiring bonus at 8 weeks upon completion of training
• 12 paid days off annually
• 13 paid holidays
• Annual loyalty bonus;
• SIMPLE retirement plan with a 3% employer match;
• 50% discount on high quality child care
• Smiles and hugs from students;
• Knowing you do work that MATTERS!

You can learn more about our uncompromising quality in care and education at www.kslittlelearners.com.

Little Learners offers children ages 12 months to six years the opportunity to explore, create, and imagine while they develop academically, socially, emotionally, and physically. These opportunities take place in a safe, nurturing environment under the guidance of a highly qualified teaching staff that is professional, positive, and passionate about the care and education of young children. Little Learners is located in the beautiful Cedar Creek neighborhood in Olathe. It is owned and operated by Christi Eaton and Kim Maples who are both former elementary teachers and reading specialists. Together they have over 50 years of experience in education. They are dedicated to providing uncompromising quality in the care and education of every little learner.

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Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $15.75 - $17.00 per hour ($32,760 - $35,360 yearly)

COVID-19 considerations:
Little Learners has implemented Enhanced Health and Safety procedures to further protect our staff and students.