About the Role
Assistant Teachers at The Learning Experience are ambassadors of happiness, responsible for creating moments that make a difference in the lives of children, their families, and the communities we serve.
Responsibilities
- Partner closely with teachers to orchestrate a stimulating, welcoming space where children can play, learn, and grow.
- 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.
- Always prioritize a safe, nurturing environment where children are safeguarded and can thrive.
- Support teachers in regularly updating parents on their child's progress and milestones, leveraging a mix of mobile apps and in-person discussions.
- Be a team player. Collaborate with center staff and leadership to drive retention, enrollment, and engagement goals.
- Cultivate warm relationships with families and colleagues, fostering an environment where learning and play coexist effortlessly.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED required.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Prior experience in childcare or a demonstrable passion for early childhood education is preferred.
- Must meet state-specific guidelines for the role.
- Meet state and federal requirements including immunizations, employment physicals, and required health and safety training.
- 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.
- 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.
- Reasonable accommodations can be made with supporting documentation.
Skills
- ECE coursework preferred
- Childcare
- Early childhood education
- Judgment
- Risk identification
- Meeting children's needs
- Diapering
- Dressing
- Grooming
- Feeding
- Social skills
- Communication
- Conflict-resolution
- Activity engagement
- Composure
- Patience
- Professionalism
- Physical resilience
- Full range of motion
- Lifting
- Carrying
- Reaching
- Stretching
- Climbing
- Balancing
- Stooping
- Kneeling
- Crouching
- Crawling
- Using ladders
- Supervision
- Mental alertness
- Physical alertness
- Energy maintenance
Experience Level
- Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.
Education Level
- High School Diploma/GED required.
- ECE coursework preferred.
Salary/Compensations
- 17.00-19.00
Benefits
- Childcare Benefits
- Free food & snacks
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Vision insurance
- Wellness resources
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Tuition assistance
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
About the Company
- 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.
