Assistant Teacher

NHA Careers•Overland Park, KS

5d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Childcare Assistant Teacher to join the Overland Park team at New Horizon Academy! This role offers a HIRING BONUS ELIGIBLE Hourly Wage Range: $15.80/hr to $17.15/hr. New Horizon Academy is now an officially registered apprenticeship program through Kansas Works, providing a supported pathway to advance your career while earning wages. This program allows you to earn while you learn, build real skills with real support, and offers a clear path to advancement with no experience needed, just commitment. The program is built on equity and opportunity, offering professional credentials, increased confidence and classroom mastery, higher earning potential, and a long-term career in early childhood education. As an educator, you will delight in beautifully equipped classrooms, have support and encouragement from knowledgeable staff, and be a brain-builder helping to shape the leaders of tomorrow. For over fifty years, New Horizon Academy has been a leader in early care and education, fostering a culture of continuous improvement based on what's best for children and staff. We are passionate advocates for additional childhood resources and offer opportunities for growth and development through scholarships and tuition reimbursement. The work is essential as research shows a child's first five years are the most important for social and emotional brain development.

Requirements

Be able to work a flexible, part-time or full-time schedule, Monday-Friday between the hours of 6:30am-6:00pm
Have positive work ethic, and a team-centered attitude.
Be willing to learn and grow as an educator.
Meets or exceeds state qualifications for the listed position.
Has previous experience in Early Childhood Education or related field of work.
Must meet position qualification requirements as outlined by the state department guidelines.
Can satisfy the Applicant Background Study required by state regulations.
Can provide proof of identity and eligibility to legally work in the United States.
Has the physical abilities to perform the required job duties with or without accommodations.
Has the ability to communicate effectively with children, families, and staff as well as to understand state licensing regulations and company policies.