The Growing Years·Charlotte, North Carolina
Assist the lead teacher in implementing developmental activities and maintaining a clean, safe classroom environment. Establish professional rapport with families while ensuring the physical and emotional needs of the children are met.
The Growing Years of Charlotte is a licensed childcare center seeking Assistant Teachers to support the following age groups: Preschool To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require a high school diploma, completion of early childhood education credentials or 6 credits worth of early childhood education courses or their equivalent, and the ability to pass all background checks.
A plus if you have previous childcare experience!
Required Shift: Monday - Friday, 2:00pm - 6:00pm Compensation: $16 per hour; based on education and experience 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 Fun and Positive Place to Work Open Door Policy Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our teachers!
Our Hiring Process: Resume screen Phone screen with recruiter (30 minutes) On-site interview with Center Director (30-60 minutes) Q&A Classroom observation Offer Main Job Responsibilities: Assist the lead teacher with all aspects of the classroom in a manner consistent with the philosophy and goals of the center.
Implement activities that encourage each child’s growth in the areas of emotion, social, cognitive, creative, and physical development.
Take direction, accept constructive criticism, and feedback, and make improvements and changes as necessary for the betterment of the quality of the program.
Create and maintain an environment that is clean and safe for all children.
Establishing a professional level of rapport with each family to provide quality care for the children.
Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.
Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.
If you have a positive attitude, love working with children and desire to work in a fun and professional environment, we encourage you to apply today!
The Growing Years 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.
Requires a high school diploma and early childhood education credits or equivalent credentials. Candidates must be able to pass background checks and lift up to 40 lbs.
Market context
In North Carolina, floater positions are often in demand because schools and care settings need flexible coverage for absences, schedule gaps, and changing daily staffing needs. These roles can be competitive because employers look for dependable candidates who can adapt quickly, meet basic education and background-check requirements, and handle the physical demands of the job. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm you can lift up to 40 lbs and are comfortable with sitting, standing, and climbing stairs before applying.
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