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UPK Assistant Teacher

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Ballston Spa, NYFull-time$17–19/hrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago
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Compensation
$17–19/hr
Location
Ballston Spa, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

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Active CDA In Preschool

Job overview

Learning Care Group is hiring an UPK Assistant Teacher. The UPK Assistant Teacher instructs 4‑year‑olds, follows licensing guidelines, observes, assesses, plans, communicates with families, completes training, and implements curriculum while creating interactive learning experiences. They work indoors or outdoors, engage in physical activity with children, and support the center’s educational goals.

Key focus areas include Instruct 4‑year‑old children according to program requirements, Follow licensing guidelines and company standards, and Observe, assess, and plan for each child.

Successful candidates bring Associate's In Early Childhood Education, Associate's In Child Development, and Associate's In Related Field. Important skills include Caring, Observe Children, Assess Children, Plan For Children, Communicate With Families, and Implement Curriculum.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CaringObserve ChildrenAssess ChildrenPlan for ChildrenCommunicate With FamiliesImplement CurriculumCreate Interactive Learning ExperiencesEnergeticDependablePassionateWork Indoors or OutdoorsEngage in Physical Activity With ChildrenEngagedKnowledgeableCreative

Qualifications

Associate's in Early Childhood EducationAssociate's in Child DevelopmentActive CDA in PreschoolExperience in Licensed Childcare Center or Related FieldMeet State Requirements for EducationMeet Center RequirementsAble to Work Indoors or OutdoorsEngage in Physical Activity With Children

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

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UPK Assistant Teacher

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  • Brand: Childtime Learning Centers

  • Location:

3459R Galway Rd

Ballston Spa,

NY

Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for:

  • You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more.

  • You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off.

  • You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program.

  • You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.

The State Pre-K Assistant Teacher is responsible for instructing 4-year old's, based on needs of each child, and the requirements of the program. We want change makers who never stop being curious, inventive, and open-hearted to prepare children for Kindergarten and beyond.

As an Assistant Teacher, you are:

  • Caring! Follow all licensing guidelines, company standards and grant program requirements to ensure the daily care of every child in your classroom.

  • Engaged! Develop your ability to accurately observe, assess, and plan for children, as well as effectively communicate with families.

  • Knowledgeable! Complete extensive training that provides insight on child care, preschool and development topics.

  • Creative! Implement curriculum while creating fun, interactive learning experiences for the children.

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who have:

  • Associates in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related or an active CDA in Preschool.

  • Experience in a licensed childcare center or related field.

  • The ability to meet state requirements for education and our center requirements.

  • Able to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Pay $17.00-$19.00 hourly, Bi-weekly and Daily Pay options; based on Position, Education and Experience / any other compensation offered

  • Immediate Health insurance (medical, dental and vision), paid time-off and 401K (plus company match) provided for full-time employees.

  • Limited medical offered for part-time workers.

  • Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification available to all employees

  • Monday-Friday work week

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Learning Care is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.

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