Child Care Assistant Teacher

Heartworks Early Education • Williston, VT

10d • $19 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Babilou Family US is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support a safe, nurturing, organized, and sustainable early childhood learning environment. The Assistant Teacher works with the Certified Teacher to implement learning experiences, support children’s whole-child development, maintain an environmentally responsible classroom, and build respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues. The role incorporates Sustainable Education® principles and the company’s HONOR values: Humility, Open-Mindedness, Nurture, Ownership, and Recognition.

The location operates year-round, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Employees must complete a background check required by the Department of Early Education and Care. The position involves an active classroom setting, movement between indoor and outdoor spaces, and frequent interaction and collaboration with children, families, and team members.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Be a high school graduate or have completed a GED.
• Meet at least one of the following Vermont Teacher Assistant qualification pathways: hold a Vermont Early Childhood Career Ladder Level One or Two Certificate; hold a current CDA and have at least 12 months of experience working with groups of children in grade three or younger; hold a State Board of Education-approved Human Services Program Certificate emphasizing child development or early childhood education and have at least 12 months of relevant experience; complete the Fundamentals for Early Childhood Professionals course or Vermont Afterschool Essentials Certificate and have at least 12 months of relevant experience; or complete a three-credit college course in child or human development or school-age care and education and have at least 12 months of relevant experience.
• Complete the background check required by the Department of Early Education and Care.
• Be able to stand and walk for up to 75% of the workday and move throughout the school for prolonged periods.
• Be able to transition among sitting, standing, bending, kneeling, and squatting throughout the day.
• Be able to safely lift, carry, and move items weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Be able to sit on the floor and participate in age-appropriate activities, including light running and outdoor play supervision.
• Be able to supervise children in playgrounds, classrooms, hallways, entryways, and common areas, respond safely to emergencies, and follow and model safety procedures.
• Be comfortable working in a dynamic, sometimes noisy environment with frequent interruptions and movement between indoor and outdoor spaces.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Certified Teacher in implementing daily lesson plans and learning experiences that support whole-child development and introduce age-appropriate sustainability concepts.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and environmentally responsible classroom by following sustainable routines for materials, storage, and resource use.
• Supervise children during classroom activities, meals, transitions, and outdoor experiences.
• Act as a Mandated Reporter under state law, recognizing, documenting, and immediately reporting suspected child abuse, neglect, or endangerment.
• Support individual developmental needs and nurture children’s understanding of caring for themselves, others, and the environment.
• Greet families and assist with sustainable communication practices, consistent messaging, and digital updates as directed by the Certified Teacher.
• Participate in family engagement events, which may include sustainability-themed activities or community learning opportunities.
• Attend required training and maintain certifications related to early childhood education, safety, and sustainable practices.
• Collaborate with the teaching team to improve classroom systems, curriculum, and sustainability initiatives.

Benefits

• Up to 50% childcare tuition discount.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance effective on the first day of employment.
• Free First Stop Health membership with 24/7 virtual primary care, urgent care, and short-term mental health support.
• 401(k) retirement plan with an annual discretionary employer match contribution.
• Optional life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Performance-based pay, including increases tied to certification and/or degree completion.
• Career growth and professional development opportunities, including training, mentorship, and the CHILD Conference.
• Paid time off and holiday benefits, including an annual Winter Break closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Employee Assistance Program with confidential support for mental health, financial wellness, work-life balance, and other needs.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Tuition and professional development reimbursement.
• Pet insurance.
• Additional lifestyle and fringe benefit programs.

What This Job Offers

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