Assistant Teacher

Assistant Teachers at The Learning Experience are not just educators but ambassadors of happiness. They are responsible for creating moments that echo our mission — to make a difference in the lives of children, their families, and the communities we serve.

Compensation:
Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications. Benefits may include health insurance, paid time off, childcare discounts, and professional development opportunities.

Core Attributes:
· Passion for Impact: A heart that beats for children's developmental needs and happiness.
· Growth Mindset: An unyielding belief in the potential of every child and an innate desire to inspire a lifelong love of learning.

Role Responsibilities:
· Classroom Leadership: Partner closely with teachers to orchestrate a stimulating, welcoming space where children can play, learn, and grow.
· Curriculum Implementation: Support teachers in implementing our proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum®, adapting your approach to the individual needs of Infants, Toddlers, and/or Preschool children.
· Safety First: Always prioritize a safe, nurturing environment where children are safeguarded and can thrive.
· Family Communication: Support teachers in regularly updating parents on their child's progress and milestones, leveraging a mix of mobile apps and in-person discussions.
· Center Collaboration: Be a team player. Collaborate with center staff and leadership to drive retention, enrollment, and engagement goals.
· Relationship Builder: Cultivate warm relationships with families and colleagues, fostering an environment where learning and play coexist effortlessly.

Qualifications:
· Educational Background: High School Diploma/GED required. ECE coursework preferred.
· Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age.
· Experience: Prior experience in childcare or a demonstrable passion for early childhood education is preferred.
· State Compliance: Must meet state-specific guidelines for the role.
· Meet state and federal requirements including immunizations, employment physicals, and required health and safety training.

Caregiving Skills:
· Proven judgment to identify and address potential risks in a childcare setting.
· Ensure that children are safe and that their everyday needs are met — this may include diapering, dressing, grooming, and feeding.
· Model and encourage good social skills, such as strong communication and conflict-resolution abilities.
· Keep children active, entertained, and engaged in developmentally appropriate activities.
· Exhibit high levels of composure, patience, and professionalism at all times.

Physical Resilience:
· Demonstrates full range of motion to:
· Stand and walk for extended periods of time without significant discomfort.
· Safely lift and carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
· Reach, stretch with hands and arms.
· Climb or balance.
· Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
· Use a stool or ladder to reach high places as necessary.
· Ability to supervise by sight and sound.
· Most days, employee will be working a portion of the day outside in temperatures ranging from 20°F with wind chill to 95°F.
· Maintain mental and physical alertness and an appropriate level of energy to perform essential job functions.