Assistant Teacher
About This Role
At Kidzland Child Care Center, our mission is to nurture a lifelong love of learning by providing a safe and supportive environment where young children develop a strong sense of self, confidence, and compassion.
Through play-based learning and intentional guidance, we empower each child to explore the world with curiosity, embrace their individuality, and cultivate self-love. We believe that by helping children value themselves, we lay the foundation for lifelong growth, learning, and success. We are a warm, community-focused child care center looking for a Part-Time Assistant Teacher to join our team! This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about early childhood education, has a nurturing personality, and enjoys working in a collaborative environment.
We are seeking someone who is enthusiastic, reliable, and truly enjoys working with children. If you are looking to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education and are interested in long-term opportunities, we’d love to hear from you!
Job Type: Part-time
Shifts: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM 3 to 5 days/week
What You'll Do
- Provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children
- Implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities based on our curriculum
- Support children's emotional, social, and cognitive development
- Maintain positive and professional communication with families and staff
- Assist in daily classroom routines and respond to children's needs
- Ensure compliance with all state regulations and center policies
- Be flexible and available to cover shifts when other teachers are on vacation
Requirements
- Experience working with young children (preferred)
- Caring, patient, and compassionate personality
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Dependable and organized
- Flexibility in scheduling is a plus
- Commitment to fostering a positive and educational environment
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma (required)
- Preferred but not required - 2 years of experience in a childcare or early childhood education setting
- Strong communication skills (oral and written)
- Effective classroom management and organizational abilities
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a dynamic classroom environment
Benefits
- Benefits:
- No weekend shifts
- Paid Time Off (PTO) starting on your first day
- Flexible scheduling options
- Paid training in CPR, First Aid
- 401(k) with company matching
Common Questions
What ECE credentials are required for this position?
No credentials required for this role.
What does this position pay?
This Assistant Teacher role pays $16 to $16.75/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Part Time.
Where is Kidzland Child Care Center located?
Kidzland Child Care Center is located at 777 Washington Road, Parlin, NJ