Assistant Teacher

Posted 5 days ago

learning experience wayne njPaterson (NJ)

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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 Assistant Teacher | Early Childhood Education Love working with kids? You might have just found your place.  At The Learning Experience, our Assistant Teachers do a whole lot more than "help out." They're an important part of the classroom team, building relationships, creating joyful learning experiences, and helping children feel safe, confident, and excited to come to school each day. Whether you already have childcare experience or you're looking to turn your natural connection with children into a career, we're looking for someone who is dependable, energetic, kind, and ready to learn. You'll work alongside experienced teachers and a supportive leadership team while gaining hands-on experience with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Why You'll Love Working With Us Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications Health insurance for eligible employees Paid time off Childcare discounts Professional development and training opportunities Opportunities to grow into Lead Teacher and leadership roles Established curriculum, classroom materials, and resources A collaborative environment where you're part of a teaching team A job where your work genuinely matters to children and families
Compensation: 17.00-19.00
What You'll Do: As an Assistant Teacher, you'll partner with Lead Teachers and center leadership to create classrooms where children can safely play, learn, explore, and grow. You'll: Be an active part of the classroom. Engage with children during learning activities, play, meals, transitions, outdoor time, and daily routines. Support our L.E.A.P. Curriculum® by helping teachers create fun, developmentally appropriate learning experiences for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Keep children safe. Practice active supervision and help maintain a clean, organized, nurturing classroom environment. Help with everyday care. Depending on the age group, this may include feeding, diapering, toileting, dressing, soothing, and other daily care routines. Build relationships. Get to know the children in your care and help create a classroom where every child feels welcomed and supported. Connect with families. Support positive, professional communication with parents and caregivers about their child's day. Be a great teammate. Work collaboratively with teachers and leadership, communicate openly, accept feedback, and jump in where you're needed. Keep growing. Participate in training and professional development while building your skills as an early childhood educator. You Might Be a Great Fit If... You don't need to know everything on Day One. We can teach skills. We're looking for the right attitude, reliability, and genuine desire to work with children. Our ideal candidate: Is at least 18 years old Has a High School Diploma or GED Has previous childcare experience or a genuine interest in building a career in early childhood education Has ECE coursework or credentials, or is interested in pursuing them Is dependable and understands that children and teammates count on them to be here Is patient, positive, and able to stay composed in a busy classroom Is comfortable receiving coaching and feedback Enjoys being active and engaged rather than watching from the sidelines Communicates professionally with coworkers and families Can work collaboratively as part of a classroom team Meets all applicable state and federal requirements, including required health and safety training, immunizations, and employment physical requirements This Is a Hands-On Job Working with young children means you're rarely sitting on the sidelines. You'll be playing on the floor, helping little hands, cleaning up spills, singing songs, heading outside, comforting big feelings, and probably hearing the same story more than once. That's part of the fun. Essential responsibilities may include: Feeding, diapering, dressing, grooming, and assisting with toileting Cleaning and sanitizing classroom materials and spaces Actively supervising children by both sight and sound Standing and walking for extended periods Safely lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds Reaching and stretching with hands and arms Stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and getting up and down from the floor Climbing or balancing when required for job duties Using a stool or ladder when necessary Participating in outdoor activities throughout the year, with temperatures potentially ranging from approximately 20°F with wind chill to 95°F Maintaining the physical and mental alertness necessary for active supervision The physical demands described above are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made in accordance with applicable law. Come Grow With Us  You don't need decades of experience to make a difference in a child's life. If you're someone who shows up, jumps in, wants to learn, and genuinely enjoys working with children, we want to meet you. Start as an Assistant Teacher. Build your skills. Learn from experienced educators. Grow your career. Apply today and discover where early childhood education can take you at The Learning Experience.

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