Assistant Teacher

Assistant Teacher

Assistant Teachers at The Learning Experience are not just educators but ambassadors of happiness. They are responsible for creating moments that echo our mission — to make a difference in the lives of children, their families, and the communities we serve. Compensation: $16-$18 Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications. Benefits may include health insurance, paid time off, childcare discounts, and professional development opportunities.

Core Attributes:

• Passion for Impact: A heart that beats for children's developmental needs and happiness.
• Growth Mindset:
  An unyielding belief in the potential of every child and an innate desire to inspire a lifelong love of learning.

Role Responsibilities:

• Classroom Leadership:
  Partner closely with teachers to orchestrate a stimulating, welcoming space where children can play, learn, and grow.
• Curriculum Implementation:
  Support teachers in implementing our proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum®, adapting your approach to the individual needs of Infants, Toddlers, and/or Preschool children.
• Safety First:
  Always prioritize a safe, nurturing environment where children are safeguarded and can thrive.
• Family Communication:
  Support teachers in regularly updating parents on their child's progress and milestones, leveraging a mix of mobile apps and in-person discussions.
• Center
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Be a team player. Collaborate with center staff and leadership to drive retention, enrollment, and engagement goals.
• Relationship Builder:
  Cultivate warm relationships with families and colleagues, fostering an environment where learning and play coexist effortlessly.

Qualifications:

• Educational Background:
  High School Diploma/GED required. ECE coursework preferred.
• Minimum Age:
  At least 18 years of age.
• Experience:
  
  Prior experience in childcare or a demonstrable passion for early childhood education is preferred.
• State Compliance:
  Must meet state-specific guidelines for the role.
• Meet state and federal requirements including immunizations, employment physicals, and required health and safety training.

Caregiving

Skills:

• Proven judgment to identify and address potential risks in a childcare setting.
• Ensure that children are safe and that their everyday needs are met — this may include diapering, dressing, grooming, and feeding.
• Model and encourage good social skills, such as strong communication and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Keep children active, entertained, and engaged in developmentally appropriate activities.
• Exhibit high levels of composure, patience, and professionalism at all times.

Physical Resilience:

• Demonstrates full range of motion to:
• Stand and walk for extended periods of time without significant discomfort.
• Safely lift and carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Reach, stretch with hands and arms.
• Climb or balance.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Use a stool or ladder to reach high places as necessary.
• Ability to supervise by sight and sound.
• Most days, employee will be working a portion of the day outside in temperatures ranging from 20°F with wind chill to 95°F.
• Maintain mental and physical alertness and an appropriate level of energy to perform essential job functions.