Assistant Preschool Teacher/Floater
About This Role
TLC Preschool in Kennesaw, GA is seeking a qualified Assistant Preschool Teacher/Floater to work with Infant / Toddler (0–2), Preschool (3–5) in a center-based environment. This position requires a willingness to earn a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, with employer support.
Here at TLC Preschool, our CORE VALUES are known as SEEDS:
Synergy(teamwork), Excellence, Evolution(growing), Diversity, and Soul(development).
We believe that great people attract great people! So come join the A-Team at TLC Preschool in Kennesaw!
- Position available for a Part-Time opener; working flexible hours Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 1:00pm
- Position available for a Part-Time closer; working flexible hours Monday - Friday, 2:30pm - 5:30pm
- Possibility to move full-time in the future!
We are always accepting applications for this role.
What You'll Do
- Love and care for children
- Be able to follow lesson plans and assist in the implementation of those activities/encourage participation by children.
- Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, order, and availability of classroom materials.
- Able & willing to change diapers/assist children using the restroom
- Communicate effectively with Parents (verbal and written)
- Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
- Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center.
- Follow all center policies and state regulations.
- Ability & willingness to float from different classes/age groups when needed.
- Respect and have fun with co-workers
- Be flexible
- Be a team player
Requirements
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
- MUST have at minimum a high school diploma or GED
- MUST LOVE kids! (esp. 15 months - 5 years) They make us laugh :)
- High energy.
- Ability to work well with others; MUST be a FUN, TEAM PLAYER! :) Flexibility is key. If our team doesn't love you, we need to break up NOW.
- Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
- A strong understanding of child development.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Infant/child CPR, First Aid certification, & Fire Safety; will update when hired.
- Must clear full background check & DECAL regulations
- HAPPY, positive, full of good energy, and ready to grow hearts and minds! We are CHANGING LIVES!
WHAT WE'RE **NOT** LOOKING FOR:
- Divas who don't work or don't work as a team; Divas who say, "I won't work in that age/class."
- Uncomitted people. We love loyalty!
- Tardy people
- Unflexible, grumpy people. FLEXIBILITY is the key to SOAR!:)
- D.R.A.M.A.
Nice to Have
WHAT WE'RE OFFER:
- Paid-time off
- Team Building
- Special events
- Treats! We also love DoorDash, dessert, and coffee! Come add your flavor to our A-Team's awesome-sauce!
- We give the BEST $ PAY $ we can for the BEST WORK you can!
Common Questions
What ECE credentials are required for this position?
None required but we will support obtaining CDA.
What does this position pay?
This Assistant Preschool Teacher/Floater role pays $14 to $16/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Full Time.
Where is TLC Preschool located?
TLC Preschool is located at 5215 Stilesboro Road, Kennesaw, GA