Job Description

Early Childhood Assistant Teacher

Southwest Austin (Oak Hill Area).

Our full-time hourly rates are consistently above local market averages, with pay ranging from 15 to 18 per hour for candidates with extensive recent experience.

Full-time employees who maintain a good standing and work history qualify for benefits including employee discounts, holiday bonuses, gas bonuses, and additional time-off bonuses.

Position Summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic Early Childhood Assistant Teacher to support our teaching team in maintaining a safe, joyful, and engaging learning environment. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working directly with children, participating in daily classroom activities, and contributing to a collaborative team focused on providing exceptional early childhood experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with daily classroom activities and routines.
• Support children during learning experiences, transitions, meals, and outdoor play.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Prepare and organize classroom materials and activity spaces.
• Encourage positive social interactions and support children's growing independence.
• Participate actively in classroom projects, outdoor activities, and team initiatives.
• Follow all health, safety, and licensing requirements.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Genuine passion for working with young children.
• Strong commitment to providing a positive and engaging experience for children.
• Willingness to actively participate in all classroom activities.
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and orderly classroom environment.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Energetic, positive, dependable, flexible, punctual, respectful, and professional demeanor.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Clean Criminal Background Check.
• Reliable transportation and ability to commute to South Central Austin or Dripping Springs.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Previous experience in childcare, preschool, camp, nannying, or educational settings.
• Coursework or interest in Early Childhood Education.
• Experience with STEAM, Reggio Emilia, Montessori, Waldorf, or nature-based educational approaches.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain certification.
• Interest in gardening, nature, dance, yoga, or outdoor education.

Are you passionate about impacting the lives of young learners and eager to join a dedicated team? Please submit your resume and contact information, and we will reach out to you shortly. Thank you for your interest in this exciting opportunity. We look forward to connecting with you soon.

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