Child Development Schools, Inc.
Location
Lexington, Kentucky
Salary
$13 - $15 / HOUR
Support the Lead Teacher in delivering age-appropriate lessons and maintaining a safe, organized classroom environment. Engage directly with children and build positive relationships with families through consistent communication.
Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED and the ability to pass a background check. Physical ability to work with young children and strong communication skills are required.
Assistant Teacher -- Lexington, Kentucky
Your role
As an Assistant Teacher at Child Development Schools, you will help create a classroom filled with discovery, creativity, learning, and joy. Working alongside your Lead Teacher, you will support young learners through meaningful experiences that encourage curiosity, confidence, kindness, and growth. From hands-on activities and storytelling to everyday learning moments, you will help shape a warm and welcoming environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to explore the world around them.
You will serve as a trusted partner to families, a positive role model for children, and an important part of our collaborative teaching team dedicated to making early childhood education engaging, nurturing, safe, and fun.
Pay and benefits
13-15 per hour, based on experience and education.
Child Development Schools is a childcare and early education provider with 270+ centers across 11 states, serving over 30,000 children ages six weeks to twelve years. We are committed to providing high-quality developmental education and supporting the families and communities we serve.
We believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, and we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. Child Development Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.
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A degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education and prior experience in a licensed childcare center are a plus, but not required. We hire for character and train for skill.
We value and welcome your application, regardless of whether you meet every listed qualification. Your unique skills and experiences matter to us. Even if this role isn't right for you, applying allows us to contact you for future opportunities.
Market context
Childcare assistant teacher openings in Kentucky are often driven by ongoing demand for reliable early learning support, especially in centers that need staff who can meet basic compliance requirements and work with young children. This role is competitive because employers commonly look for candidates who are at least 18, hold a high school diploma or GED, and can pass a background check, while early childhood education or childcare experience can help. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm whether your schedule and any prior childcare experience match the posting before applying.