Assistant Childcare Teacher

Children & Families of Iowa • Des Moines, IA

17h • Onsite

About The Position

Join a Childcare Team That Truly Makes a Difference At Children & Families of Iowa, you’ll find more than a childcare job, you’ll find a place where your work changes lives. We’re not your typical childcare center. Our programs go beyond playtime, we integrate behavioral health support, physical and occupational therapy, and educational tools to help every child thrive. You’ll be part of a compassionate, multidisciplinary team that helps kids succeed at school and in life. Whether you’re studying early childhood education or already in the field, we offer flexible hours so you can build your career and your future.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Some childcare experience
• If you don’t already have a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, don’t worry, we’ll support you in earning one as you grow with us.
• For our Early Head Start program (ages 6 weeks to 36 months), a CDA with Infant/Toddler coursework is required, or you can commit to completing it with our guidance and resources.

Nice To Haves

• Have or are working toward an Associate’s Degree (AA) in Early Childhood Education? That’s a big plus and can open doors for advancement.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and engage children in our school age room with creative, hands-on programs, including those with special needs or who’ve experienced trauma
• Build meaningful connections that help children grow socially, emotionally, and academically
• Design fun, educational activities like field trips and themed projects that let your creativity shine
• Make every day count by supporting each child’s development in a safe, nurturing environment

Benefits

• 80 hours of vacation after just 90 days
• Up to 480 hours of paid sick time
• 8 paid holidays
• Full medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Company-provided life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Short-term disability coverage
• Long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Referral Program
• Ongoing professional partnerships with colleges specializing in early childhood education

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED