Assistant Teacher/Support Staff

Assistant Teacher / Support Staff – Portage

Milestones Early Learning is hiring full-time and part-time Assistant Teachers/Support Staff at our Portage location!

This position is a great fit for someone who enjoys working with children and likes a varied workday. Support staff work throughout the center, assisting in multiple classrooms and working with children ranging in age from 6 weeks to 12 years old. You may spend part of your day supporting infants and toddlers and another part helping in preschool or school-age classrooms.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide a safe, caring, and engaging environment for children.
• Assist classroom teachers with the daily care and supervision of children ages 6 weeks to 12 years.
• Support multiple classrooms throughout the day and week based on center needs.
• Engage children in age-appropriate activities and authentic learning experiences through play.
• Assist with routines such as meals, diapering, toileting, transitions, and nap time as needed.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow staff members.
• Work as part of a team to provide quality care and a positive learning environment.

This is a great opportunity for college students, individuals exploring a career in Early Childhood Education, or anyone who enjoys working with children. Experience working with children is a plus, but we are willing to train the right candidate.

Qualifications and Skills

Ideal candidates will be:

• Caring, dependable, and enthusiastic
• Patient and attentive to children's needs
• Motivated and willing to learn
• Comfortable working with children of different ages
• Able to adapt to working in different classrooms throughout the day
• Able to work well in a team-oriented environment

Required qualifications/credentials:

• Clear criminal background check
• Current CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain
• Must be 18 years of age or older

Job Type: Full-time or Part-time

Pay: $14.00–$17.00 per hour, depending on experience and/or education

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $14.00 - $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you looking for Part-time or Full-time hours? What is your availability?

Experience:

• Early Childhood Education: 1 year (Preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person