Assistant Daycare Teacher

Assistant Teacher

Babilou Family US is part of the global Babilou Family network and brings a local, community-focused approach to early childhood education through our Little Sprouts, Building Blocks, and Heartworks schools. We are looking for a proactive and collaborative team member who will support our mission and contribute meaningfully to this role.

As an Assistant Teacher, you will contribute to a safe, nurturing, and sustainable learning environment where children can grow, explore, and thrive. You will support the Certified Teacher in implementing meaningful learning experiences, maintaining an organized and eco-minded classroom, and fostering respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues. This role is ideal for someone excited about early learning, teamwork, and incorporating sustainable education practices into daily routines.

Our work is guided by our educational approach, Sustainable Education®, which bridges research and daily practice to help children thrive and lay the foundation for lifelong learning. We're in what we like to call the science of children. Everything we do is rooted in research about how young minds grow—how they learn, connect, and build the skills that last a lifetime.

We also lead our HONOR values:
Humility, Open-Mindedness, Nurture, Ownership, and Recognition. This guiding framework fosters an environment where educators, children, families, and partners feel valued, empowered, and inspired to grow.

This location will operate year-round, Monday–Friday, 7:00AM-6:00PM

What We Will Achieve Together:

• Cultivate a classroom community that emphasizes curiosity, responsibility, and care for one another and the world.
• Integrate sustainable education principles into daily practices such as resource conservation, awareness of the natural environment, and mindful consumption.
• Maintain safe, well-organized, and developmentally supportive learning spaces. Strengthen communication, collaboration, and family partnerships.
• Promote continuous professional learning grounded in sustainability and high-quality early education.

What you'll do:

Classroom Support

Assist the Certified Teacher in implementing daily lesson plans and learning experiences that support whole-child development and introduce age-appropriate sustainability concepts. Help maintain a clean, organized, and environmentally responsible classroom environment by following sustainable routines related to materials, storage, and resource use.

Child Supervision and Development

Supervise children during classroom activities, meals, transitions, and outdoor experiences that encourage exploration and connection with nature. Serve as a Mandated Reporter in accordance with state law, maintaining full responsibility to recognize, document, and immediately report any suspected child abuse, neglect, or endangerment. Support individual developmental needs and nurture children's understanding of caring for themselves, others, and the environment.

Family Interaction

Greet families warmly and assist with sustainable communication practices such as digital updates, purposeful resource use, and consistent messaging directed by the Certified Teacher. Participate in family engagement events that may include sustainability-themed activities or community learning opportunities.

Professional Development

Attend all required training sessions and maintain certifications related to early childhood education, safety, and sustainable practices. Collaborate with the teaching team to enhance classroom systems, curriculum, and sustainability initiatives.

Required &

Preferred Qualifications:

Required

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience working with young children in a childcare or educational setting

Knowledge of child development and classroom safety standard

Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills

Ability to follow lesson plans and support the Certified Teacher effectively

Preferred

Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education

Experience or interest in sustainability, environmental education, or eco-conscious classroom practices

Work Environment &

Physical Requirements:

Work Environment

Active classroom environment with regular interaction with children, families, and team members

Movement between indoor and outdoor learning spaces throughout the day

Collaborative setting with consistent communication and teamwork

Physical Requirements

Ability to move throughout the school for prolonged periods, including standing and walking for up to 75 percent of the workday.

Ability to transition between sitting, standing, bending, kneeling, and squatting throughout the day to engage with children and support staff.

Ability to safely lift, carry, and move items up to 30 pounds, including classroom materials, supplies, and occasional assistance with children's belongings. Ability to sit on the floor, engage at a child's eye level, and participate in age-appropriate activities including light running, outdoor play supervision, and interactive learning…