Early Childhood Educator Apprentice

Joyful Tots Early Learning Schools is seeking motivated individuals interested in building a career in early childhood education through a structured Registered Apprenticeship Program. The Early Childhood Educator Apprentice will work in a licensed early childhood learning environment while receiving paid on-the-job learning, mentoring, competency development, and related technical instruction through The ECE Architects Registered Apprenticeship Program. Apprentices will learn to: • Support children's development, learning, and well-being • Maintain active supervision and safe classroom practices • Assist with classroom routines, transitions, and learning experiences • Build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers • Support developmentally appropriate curriculum and play-based learning • Follow health, safety, licensing, and program requirements • Participate in structured mentoring and competency-based learning • Complete required related technical instruction • Demonstrate progressive skill development throughout the apprenticeship • Develop the professionalism, judgment, and competencies needed for advancement in early childhood education Qualifications: • Interest in pursuing a career in early childhood education • Dependable, professional, and willing to learn • Ability to work collaboratively with children, families, and coworkers • Willingness to participate in mentoring, training, and competency evaluation • Ability to meet applicable child care licensing and background requirements • Prior early childhood experience is not required This is a paid Registered Apprenticeship opportunity that combines employment, structured training, mentorship, and progressive professional development.