Assistant Teacher

The Learning Experience•Wayne, NJ

28d•$17 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

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. We make early education joyful, engaging and fun so children are happy to learn, play and grow. Our curriculum focuses on the six ages and stages of early childhood development and engages children in hands-on learning activities that encourage them to explore and solve problems at their own rate of development. This forms a foundation for kids to Learn, Play and Grow under the care of our nurturing teachers and staff. At TLE®, we’ve created a full cast of characters that become our little learners’ educators, partners and friends through their preschool education journey. Each character has a unique personality and area of interest and brings learning to life by allowing children to explore the world through fun and imagination.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

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.
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