The Elegant Child Early Learning Center·Wildwood, Missouri
Assist the lead teacher in managing the classroom and implementing activities that promote children's emotional, social, cognitive, and physical growth. Maintain a clean, safe environment and build professional relationships with families.
The Elegant Child in Wildwood is a licensed childcare center seeking full-time Assistant Teachers for our School Age program and Floater Teachers to support all age groups, Infants-Prek.
To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require a high school diploma OR GED and the ability to pass all background checks. A plus if you have previous childcare experience!
$15.50 - $17.00/ hr. based on education and experience.
Location: 513 Strecker Rd, Wildwood
We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including:
Competitive Pay Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance 401k with Match Discounts for Childcare
Elegant Child is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and be able to pass all required background checks. Physical ability to lift up to 40 lbs and work actively around small children is required.
Market context
In Missouri, teaching assistant roles often draw steady interest because schools and early childhood programs need candidates who can support classrooms for ages 0-5. These positions are competitive when applicants already have a CDA or early childhood college credits, plus CPR and First Aid certification and experience with young children. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credentials and recent child-care experience before applying.