Assistant Teacher

Location:

Rockport, ME
Facility:
Pen Bay Hospital

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift: Day
Job Category:
Professional - Nonclinical
Req #: 83241
Date Posted:
Jul 21, 2026

The Pen Bay Creative Learning Center has supported the local community since 1990, serving children ages 6 weeks to 4 years old. The team is known for longevity and providing care in a fun and supportive environment. T
he Pen Bay Creative Learning Center is seeking a full-time Assistant Teacher to join their team!The ideal candidate demonstrates a passion for working with children. This position will support an infant classroom. We offer a full benefits package at the Pen Bay Creative Learning Center, including paid time off, health/dental insurance, and retirement contributions.

Summary:

This position consists of 36 hours per week, day shifts. The core schedule is 4 days per week, no weekends!
The Assistant Teacher role is responsible for assisting the classroom teacher in providing comprehensive, developmentally appropriate care and education for young children in cooperation with families, co-teachers, and administrators based on current standards of best practice in the field of early childcare and education.

• Education:
  
  Completion of foundational level early childhood trainings or college courses preferred.
• License/
  
  Certifications:
  
  Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification preferred. Current community/caregiver level CPR Certification and First Aid Certification preferred or must complete within 30 days of start date.
• Experience:
  
  Teaching/caregiving in group childcare/preschool setting preferred;
  Experience with the Creative Curriculum and NAEYC Accreditation preferred.
• Additional Skills/Requirements
  
  Required:
  
  Minimum age of 18 years of age.
• Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

Maine Health is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources - so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization.

Any offer of employment will depend onqualificationssuch asskills, relevant experience, education, certifications,and otherjob-related factors. Thebase rangeis an estimate and does not reflect the full valueofourtotal compensation package.

The pay range for this position is $19.10to $22.53 per hour.

Compensation for part-time positions isdeterminedon a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, Maine Health offerscomprehensivebenefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and,where applicable,shift differentials or other incentives.

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