A.W. Clark Assistant Educator

Child Saving Institute • Omaha, NE

1d • $19 • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Teacher works in the toddler classroom at Child Saving Institute’s Mary Holland Campus in Omaha, Nebraska. The role supports children’s safety, well-being, and development by helping coordinate daily classroom activities and providing a nurturing, structured learning environment. The Assistant Teacher helps children explore interests, build basic skills, and engage in age-appropriate learning and socialization. Starting pay is $18.50+ per hour; the salary range is otherwise undisclosed.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience in early childhood education or child development.
• Strong communication skills with staff, clients, and caregivers.
• Ability to observe individual children’s developmental stages and growth.
• First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain certification upon hire.
• Some knowledge of child developmental stages, classroom management, and licensing requirements.
• At least 19 years of age.
• A Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or equivalent, defined as 12 higher education credits in early childhood education, early childhood special education, elementary education, and/or child development; alternatively, a high school diploma or GED and willingness to complete a CDA or equivalent accreditation within 12 months.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a licensed childcare center.
• Bilingual abilities.

Responsibilities

• Help children discover new interests through daily lessons, activities, and social interactions.
• Encourage age-appropriate learning and socialization, including communication, manners, and sharing.
• Model strong communication, including grammar, enunciation, and language development.
• Keep daily records related to each child’s care and progress.
• Directly supervise children and ensure their safety and engagement during activities and outings.
• Communicate with parents, share information, discuss concerns, and facilitate conferences.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and organized learning environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Paid vacation and sick accruals starting day one.
• 401(k) matching up to 5%, fully vested immediately.
• 10 paid holidays per year.
• Referral bonuses.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Discounted on-site childcare tuition.
• Birthing leave of up to 6 weeks at full pay.
• Non-birthing leave of up to 2 weeks at full pay.
• No nights and no weekends.
• Opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking culture.

What This Job Offers

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