Assistant Teacher

The Learning Experience•Saint Cloud, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Learning Experience is hiring an Assistant Teacher to support the care, learning, and development of infants, toddlers, and/or preschool children. Working with a Lead Teacher, the Assistant Teacher helps maintain a safe, engaging classroom and supports children through daily routines and learning activities. The role supports The Learning Experience’s L.E.A.P. Curriculum® and its hands-on approach to early childhood learning. This is a full-time position in St. Cloud, Florida, with a schedule of 9:15 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. Compensation is $15.25–$16.00 per hour. The position is active and requires supervising children, taking part in indoor and outdoor activities, and assisting with age-appropriate care. The Learning Experience describes its approach as making early education joyful, engaging, and fun, helping children learn, play, and grow through activities designed for early childhood development.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must meet applicable state licensing, background screening, health, and training requirements.
Dependability and strong communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to supervise children by sight and sound; stand, walk, bend, kneel, and sit on the floor; participate in indoor and outdoor activities; and safely lift up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Childcare, daycare, preschool, nanny, camp, babysitting, or teaching experience.
Early Childhood Education coursework or training.

Responsibilities

Create a welcoming classroom where children feel safe and supported.
Engage children in age-appropriate learning, play, and activities.
Build positive relationships with children and encourage communication, confidence, and social development.
Support classroom routines and the individual needs of children.
Assist the Lead Teacher with lessons, activities, routines, and transitions.
Actively supervise children and support their safety, maintaining supervision by sight and sound.
Assist with feeding, diapering, toileting, dressing, and other age-appropriate care.
Follow classroom procedures and center policies.
Help maintain a clean and organized classroom.
Work collaboratively with Lead Teachers and center leadership.
Support communication with families about children's daily experiences.
Treat children and families with patience, respect, and professionalism.
Assist with the L.E.A.P. Curriculum® and classroom activities.
Follow childcare licensing, health, safety, and sanitation requirements.
Prepare classroom materials and learning areas.
Participate in required training and professional development.
Welcome children and families each day and uphold TLE classroom and center standards.
Support a professional, family-focused environment.