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Early Learning Center Assistant Teacher/ Float

Lil Patriots Academy Daycare and Early Learning Center
📍 Spanaway, WA·Posted Today
Part-Time · Salary Varies

Job Summary
Join our vibrant Early Learning Center as an assistant teacher/ floater, where your energy and dedication will make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children. In this role, you will support our early childhood education team by providing attentive care, engaging activities, and a safe environment during afternoon and evening hours. You will engage with families, and be the closer. Your enthusiasm will help foster a nurturing space that promotes growth, learning, and joy for children in our care.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and engage with children during all hours, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times
  • Assist with classroom activities that promote childhood development, including play-based learning and structured educational exercises
  • Support children with their daily routines such as snack time, bathroom breaks, diapering, and nap schedules
  • Implement behavior management strategies to encourage positive interactions and social skills among children
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming environment in accordance with health and safety standards
  • Collaborate with lead teachers and caregivers to plan age-appropriate activities that support early childhood education goals
  • Communicate with families
  • Respond promptly to children’s needs, providing comfort and reassurance as necessary
  • Ensure safe practices with pickup and closing of the facility

Requirements

  • Must be 18+
  • Prior experience working with young children in settings such as daycare, preschool, or babysitting is highly desirable
  • Knowledge of childhood development principles and early childhood education practices
  • Certification in first aid and CPR is preferred; willingness to obtain upon hire if not already certified
  • TB/MMR Test
  • Strong classroom management skills combined with patience, empathy, and excellent communication abilities
  • Ability to multi-task with closing procedures and still maintain safety for children pickup and communicating with families.
  • Ability to work flexible hours during afternoons and evenings to support program needs
  • Ability to work more hours when staff call out
  • Commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment for all children

Join us in shaping bright futures! We value passionate caregivers who are dedicated to fostering growth through engaging activities, compassionate care, and positive guidance. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team committed to early childhood excellence. Once you are hired, you are family!

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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