Toddler Assistant Teacher
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Description
Benefits:
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
Toddler Assistant Teacher - Daycare & Early Childhood Education
Location: The Learning Experience - Meridian, ID
Pay: $16-$18 per hour, based on experience and credentials
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday | 9:00 AM-6:00 PM
Location: The Learning Experience - Meridian, ID
Pay: $16-$18 per hour, based on experience and credentials
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday | 9:00 AM-6:00 PM
The Learning Experience - Meridian is seeking a caring and dependable Toddler Assistant Teacher to join our early childhood education team.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young children and wants to build or continue a career in childcare. You'll work alongside experienced teachers to create a nurturing, engaging classroom where toddlers can explore, build independence, and develop important early skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Support Lead Teachers with daily Toddler classroom routines and learning activities
- Engage children through play, art, music, movement, sensory activities, and hands-on learning
- Support language development, independence, and positive social interactions
- Assist with meals, diapering/toileting, rest time, outdoor play, and transitions
- Provide attentive supervision and positive guidance
- Help prepare classroom activities and learning materials
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment
- Build positive relationships with children and families
- Collaborate with teachers and center leadership
- Follow Idaho childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- Previous daycare, preschool, childcare, or experience working with children preferred
- Toddler classroom experience is a plus
- CDA or Early Childhood Education coursework is a plus
- Patient, dependable, energetic, and team-oriented
- Ability to meet Idaho childcare licensing requirements
What We Offer
- Competitive pay of $16-$18 per hour, based on experience and credentials
- Consistent Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-6:00 PM schedule
- Paid training and professional development
- Employee childcare discount
- Supportive leadership and collaborative teaching team
- Opportunities to grow into Lead Teacher positions
Apply today to join The Learning Experience - Meridian and help toddlers learn, explore, and grow every day.