Teacher Aide

Western Maine Community A • Wilton, ME

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Our Place to Grow—a brand-new childcare center created in partnership with Franklin Memorial Hospital + WMCA—is opening its doors, and we’re looking for a passionate Teacher Aide to join our team! Our program supports up to 27 young learners ages 2.5–5, using an emergent, play-based curriculum that encourages creativity, exploration, and laughter. As a Teacher Aide, you'll be an integral part of a collaborative team.

Requirements

• Experience working with children ages 2.5–5
• Valid Driver’s License
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Love for children & belief in play-based learning
• Team-oriented and committed to a positive work culture

Responsibilities

• Support classroom teachers and follow daily routines
• Supporting social, emotional, cognitive & physical growth
• Planning playful learning opportunities that spark curiosity
• Communicating respectfully and purposefully with teammates
• Building strong relationships with families
• Helping maintain a safe, nurturing classroom environment
• Ensuring child & staff safety at all times
• Supporting childcare staff and promoting a positive work culture
• Bringing joy, patience, creativity—and a team-player spirit!
• Jump in where needed—flexibility is required!

Benefits

• 401K traditional and Roth
• Employee health insurance, 90% paid by WMCA
• Low cost Family dental and vision insurance
• Life and short term disability paid by agency
• 13 paid holidays
• Very generous PTO package
• Paid training
• Salary supplements available through DHHS (yay extra income potential!)
• A beautiful new center designed collaboratively with FMH
• A supportive team who values humor, compassion & innovation
• A chance to help build a childcare program from the ground up!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees