Child Care Assistant Teachers

Whether you’re just beginning your career in early childhood education or looking to grow into a Lead Teacher role, we’d love to connect! Heartworks Early Education offers a supportive, inclusive school community where educators are valued, supported, and encouraged to grow. We’re here to help you build a meaningful career—and a life—you love, both in and out of the classroom.

As an Assistant Teacher, you’ll play a vital role in creating warm, engaging, and safe learning environments for children ages 0–5. Through teamwork, compassionate communication, and hands-on learning, you’ll support classroom activities, daily routines, and curriculum implementation while building strong relationships with children, families, and fellow educators. You’ll be an essential part of a close-knit school community where everyone works together to help children thrive.

Salary Ranges

$18.00 to $22.09 per hour for Assistant Teachers.

Benefits

Enjoy up to 75% off your child’s tuition, health benefits from day one, generous paid time off, free 24/7 virtual doctor access, a 401(k) with discretionary employer yearly contribution, career growth opportunities, and more!

Our Hiring Process

If you're a match for the role, we’ll reach out to schedule a phone interview. Strong candidates will be invited for an in-person interview at the school. You’ll hear from us within 48 hours of your interview.

Our schools operate year-round, Monday–Friday, 7

30AM – 5:30PM (Operating hours subject to change).

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We Offer

• Up to 75% discount on your child's tuition, including tax-friendly tuition reduction options.
• Comprehensive health benefits package, including health, dental, & vision all effective from start date. Additional benefit selections, including pet insurance, are also available.
• Free subscription to First Stop Health for 24/7 access to virtual doctors.
• 401(k) plan with eligibility for a discretionary employer contribution each year (Must be 21+ to enroll. Eligibility to contribute starts after 60 days of employment).
• Pay increase opportunities related to job performance, updates in certification credentials, and degree completion.
• Opportunities for career advancement and ongoing coaching, including a dedicated Child Conference.
• Employee referral program available.

• Guided by HONOR, we foster a culture of respect, trust, and collaboration where educators, children, families, and partners feel valued as we build a brighter future for today’s youngest learners:
• Humility: Valuing and learning from those around you
• Open-Mindedness: Embracing diverse ideas and perspectives
• Nurture: Supporting the growth of children, families, and teammates
• Ownership: Taking pride in your work and accountability
• Recognition: Celebrating contributions and effort

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Coursework in Early Childhood Education preferred
• Genuine interest in working with young children ages 0–5
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Strong communication skills and a positive, flexible attitude
• Ability to meet state licensing and background check requirements
• Must be able to work a Full-Time or Part-Time onsite schedule at an assigned school

\n $18 - $22.09 an hour The compensation range represents Heartworks’ intention for this position. Actual offers may vary based on experience, education, and other business factors. \n

About Heartworks Early Education

Heartworks Early Education is a subsidiary of Babilou Family, a global network of 1,100 early education and child care centers. Across 41 New England schools, nearly 900 dedicated educators partner with close to 4,000 families to create nurturing, high-quality learning environments where children learn, grow, and thrive.

Our teams, whether at our home office or inside our schools, are change makers – they inspire, create, model, and most importantly make this a great place to work. At Babilou Family US we are consistently recruiting, retaining, and promoting a diverse mix of colleagues who are representative of the diversity within the communities in which we operate. Our focus on equity and inclusion allows us to develop a broader scope of ideas and approaches, offering a collaborative and dynamic educational experience for the youngest members of society.

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