Early Preschool Assistant Teacher (Full-time)

Are you wanting to grow as a teacher! Are you coachable, dependable and kind with have a willing attitude? Do you value making a difference in the life of a child? If so, have you considered working with preschoolers, providing a safe, secure environment and assisting them in their development? The Teacher position may work as a primary assistant to a Lead Teacher, but at times may work alone in the room with children and cover breaks for other teachers. This person must be able to work well under a Lead Teacher as well as alone, following the Lead Teacher instructions.

About the Assistant Teacher position in general.

The Assistant Teacher should be a dependable, responsible, respectful person who is capable of being alone with children for up to 5 hours at a time in Academy facilities and should carry out their duties in a way that conforms to both State of Missouri Child Care licensing regulations as well as the policies and procedures of the Academy of Early Childhood Learning. Consistent Monday through Friday schedule is required. Must be able to refrain from cellphone usage while in ratio.

About Academy in general.

Academy of Early Childhood Learning is a small business in EDUCATION in Columbia, MO. We are professional, innovative and our goal is to provide high-quality childcare that is educational and nurturing. Our curriculum begins at 6 weeks and continues through Kindergarten entry. We have an excellent STEAM based summer program, Camp Academy, for school ages 5-12!. While we are here for the children, we absolutely LOVE growing entry level teachers into Lead Teachers.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits for eligible full-time staff may include: Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, paid time off & paid holidays.

Retirement benefits (Simple IRA) are available for eligible part-time and full-time staff.

School type:

• Private school

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Columbia, MO 65203: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Schedule:

• 8 hr shifts
• Monday through Friday

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.50 - $14.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Grade levels:

• Pre-Kindergarten

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Columbia, MO 65203: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person