Assistant Teacher

The Learning Experience•Hackensack, NJ

About The Position

Assistant Teachers at The Learning Experience are educators and ambassadors of happiness who help make a difference in the lives of children, their families, and the communities served. They partner with teachers to create a stimulating and welcoming classroom, support implementation of the proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum® for infants, toddlers, and/or preschool children, and help maintain a safe, nurturing environment. They also support communication with families about children’s progress and milestones and collaborate with center staff and leadership on retention, enrollment, and engagement goals. The role includes meeting children’s everyday care needs, keeping them engaged in developmentally appropriate activities, and modeling positive social skills. The Learning Experience’s early education curriculum focuses on six ages and stages of early childhood development and uses hands-on activities to encourage children to explore and solve problems at their own pace.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 18 years of age.
Meet state-specific guidelines for the role.
Meet state and federal requirements, including immunizations, employment physicals, and required health and safety training.
Demonstrate judgment in identifying and addressing potential risks in a childcare setting.
Maintain the mental and physical alertness and energy required to perform essential job functions.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods without significant discomfort; safely lift and carry up to 40 pounds; reach and stretch; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and use a stool or ladder to reach high places as necessary.
Ability to supervise children by sight and sound.

Nice To Haves

Early childhood education coursework preferred.
Prior childcare experience or a demonstrable passion for early childhood education preferred.

Responsibilities

Partner with teachers to create a stimulating, welcoming classroom where children can play, learn, and grow.
Support teachers in implementing the proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum®, adapting approaches to the individual needs of infants, toddlers, and/or preschool children.
Prioritize a safe, nurturing environment and safeguard children.
Support teachers in updating parents about children’s progress and milestones through mobile apps and in-person discussions.
Collaborate with center staff and leadership on retention, enrollment, and engagement goals.
Build warm relationships with families and colleagues.
Use sound judgment to identify and address potential risks in a childcare setting.
Ensure children’s safety and everyday needs, including diapering, dressing, grooming, and feeding.
Model and encourage communication and conflict-resolution skills.
Keep children active, entertained, and engaged in developmentally appropriate activities.
Maintain composure, patience, and professionalism.
Supervise children by sight and sound.