Assistant Teacher

Children's Cottage of Wilmington is a licensed childcare center seeking Assistant Teachers to support in the following age groups: Preschool, Pre-K and School Age

To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require a high school diploma OR GED and the ability to pass all background checks. A plus if you have previous childcare experience and EDU-119!

Required Shift: Monday - Friday, Full time, 8:30am-5:30pm OR Part time, 1-5:30pm

Compensation: $15-$18 hr; based on education and experience

We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including:

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development
• 401k with Match
• Discounts for Childcare

Main Job Responsibilities:

• Support lead teacher in lesson plans that are developmentally appropriate one week in advance using current curriculum guides.
• Use our parent communication app efficiently.
• Establish a professional level of rapport with each family to provide quality care for the children.
• Responsible for the safety and well-being of each child, responding to their emotional needs; and maintaining an organized, clean, safe, and appropriately decorated classroom.
• Maintain a child assessment and portfolio for each child, as well as conduct biannual parent/teacher conferences during the month of November and May.
• 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.
• Carry out the daily responsibilities of the classroom relating to the care of the children.

If you have a positive attitude, love working with children and desire to work in a fun and professional environment, we encourage you to apply today!

#PECEPEDU2