Assistant Teacher

Child Development Schools, Inc. • Oklahoma City, OK

10d • $11 - $14

About The Position

As an Assistant Teacher at Child Development Schools, you will work alongside the Lead Teacher to help create a classroom environment filled with discovery, creativity, learning, and joy. You will support young learners through meaningful experiences that encourage curiosity, confidence, kindness, and growth, including hands-on activities, storytelling, and everyday learning moments. The role helps foster a warm, welcoming, safe, supportive environment where children are excited to explore.

You will be a trusted partner to families, a positive role model for children, and a member of a collaborative teaching team focused on engaging, nurturing, safe, and fun early childhood education. The role pays $11–$14 per hour, based on experience and education. Full-time employees receive the listed benefits.

Child Development Schools is a childcare and early education provider with more than 270 centers across 11 states, serving over 30,000 children ages six weeks to twelve years. The organization is committed to high-quality developmental education and supporting families and communities. It also states a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have a high school diploma or GED.
• Be able to pass a background check.
• Demonstrate genuine care for children and commitment to their safety and well-being.
• Have strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with families.
• Have the physical ability to meet the demands of working with young children.

Nice To Haves

• A degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education.
• Prior experience in a licensed childcare center.

Responsibilities

• Support the Lead Teacher in delivering age-appropriate classroom lessons and activities.
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom that meets licensing and ratio requirements.
• Engage directly with children during activities, meals, transitions, and outdoor time.
• Observe children and share developmental notes with the Lead Teacher.
• Build relationships with families through warm, consistent daily communication.
• Assist with classroom documentation, including attendance and daily reports.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k).
• Nine company-paid holidays and eight days of PTO.
• 50% tuition discount for the employee's own children enrolled at a Child Development Schools center.
• Up to $5,250 in annual tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Access to PerkSpot discounts on major brands and services.
• Coaching, mentoring, and ongoing professional development.

What This Job Offers

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