Child Care Assistant Teacher

Job Summary

Child Care Assistant Teacher

A+ Day School is seeking a caring, dependable, and enthusiastic Child Care Assistant Teacher to join our early childhood education team. The Assistant Teacher works closely with the Lead Teacher to provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young children and wants to build a career in early childhood education. We provide training and opportunities for professional growth as employees gain experience, education, credentials, and additional classroom responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Teacher with implementing age-appropriate curriculum, activities, and learning experiences.
• Actively supervise children at all times, both indoors and outdoors, while following all safety and supervision requirements.
• Engage with children through play, conversation, books, music, art, sensory activities, and other developmentally appropriate experiences.
• Assist with daily routines including meals, diapering, toileting, handwashing, nap/rest time, and transitions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Support children’s social-emotional development and use positive behavior guidance strategies.
• Follow classroom routines, schedules, and behavior-management plans established by the Lead Teacher and center administration.
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with parents regarding children’s daily experiences, routines, and behavior as directed by the Lead Teacher.
• Work cooperatively with Lead Teachers, Assistant Teachers, and center administration as part of a classroom team.
• Follow all Illinois licensing requirements, health and safety procedures, mandated reporting laws, and center policies.
• Maintain required First Aid, CPR, and other certifications.
• Attend required staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities.
• Take initiative in learning new skills and developing professionally within the field of early childhood education.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children in a daycare, preschool, school, nanny, or similar setting is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• A genuine interest in working with young children and supporting their development.
• Ability to actively supervise children and maintain a safe classroom environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Dependable, patient, responsible, and willing to learn.
• Ability to follow directions, classroom procedures, and behavior-management strategies.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced childcare environment.
• Previous experience working with children with developmental delays or special needs is a plus.
• Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification is required or must be obtained within the required timeframe after hire.
• Must meet all applicable Illinois childcare employment and background-check requirements.

Professional Growth

At A+ Day School, we believe employees should have opportunities to grow within their roles. Assistant Teachers who demonstrate strong performance, reliability, increased classroom responsibility, additional education or credentials, and a commitment to professional development may have opportunities to advance within our teaching team.

Employees interested in progressing toward a Lead Teacher or other advanced classroom role are encouraged to pursue additional early childhood education, credentials, and training.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience, education, credentials, and responsibilities
• Paid training and professional development opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement within the teaching team
• Supportive classroom team environment
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children
• A family-owned childcare organization with a long history of serving families in our community

If you are dependable, energetic, and passionate about working with children, we would love to hear from you!

Pay: $17.00 - $18.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person