Assistant Toddler Teacher

The Growing Years•Charlotte, NC

9d•$16 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The Growing Years - Discovery in Charlotte is a licensed childcare center seeking Assistant Teachers to support the Toddler age group. This role involves assisting the lead teacher with all aspects of the classroom, implementing activities that encourage child development, and maintaining a clean and safe environment. The position also requires establishing a professional rapport with families and fulfilling physical requirements of the role.

Requirements

High school diploma
Completion of early childhood education credentials or 6 credits worth of early childhood education courses or their equivalent
Ability to pass all background checks

Nice To Haves

Previous childcare experience

Responsibilities

Assist the lead teacher with all aspects of the classroom in a manner consistent with the philosophy and goals of the center.
Implement activities that encourage each child’s growth in the areas of emotion, social, cognitive, creative, and physical development.
Take direction, accept constructive criticism, and feedback, and make improvements and changes as necessary for the betterment of the quality of the program.
Create and maintain an environment that is clean and safe for all children.
Establishing a professional level of rapport with each family to provide quality care for the children.
Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.
Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.