Paradigm Care & Enrichment Center
Daycare Teacher (childcare)
Waterford Township, Michigan•Full-time
$14 - $19 hourly
$14 - $19 hourly
About the Job
Paradigm Care & Enrichment Center
Paradigm Care & Enrichment Center is a warm, welcoming childcare center providing care and early learning experiences for children from 6 weeks old through Kindergarten. We are looking for dependable, caring, and enthusiastic Assistant Teachers to join our team!
Our Assistant Teachers work alongside Lead Teachers to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment where children can learn, play, and grow. Previous childcare experience is welcome, but not required. We are happy to train the right person who has a positive attitude, is dependable, and genuinely enjoys working with children.
Being a great team player and having reliable attendance are essential for this position.
Responsibilities
Assistant Teachers help support the daily operation of the classroom, including:
- Assisting Lead Teachers with classroom activities and lesson plans
- Supervising children and maintaining a safe, attentive classroom environment
- Engaging with children through play, conversation, learning activities, and positive interactions
- Modeling appropriate behavior and helping children develop healthy social and emotional skills
- Assisting with diapering, toileting, handwashing, and other personal care needs
- Preparing and serving snacks and light meals
- Helping children during meals, rest time, transitions, indoor play, and outdoor play
- Maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom
- Completing daily cleaning and light housekeeping responsibilities
- Communicating and working cooperatively with Lead Teachers, Assistant Teachers, directors, and other team members
- Following Paradigm policies, licensing requirements, and health and safety procedures
Qualifications
We are looking for someone who:
- Is dependable and committed to maintaining reliable attendance
- Has a positive attitude and works well as part of a team
- Is patient, caring, and comfortable working with young children
- Is willing to learn and receive coaching and feedback
- Can successfully complete required background checks and fingerprinting
- Is willing to complete required childcare training, including CPR and First Aid
- Can meet all applicable childcare licensing requirements
Previous experience working in childcare or early childhood education is preferred but not required. Candidates currently pursuing a degree or credential in Early Childhood Education or a related field are encouraged to apply.
New to childcare? If you have a strong work ethic, dependable attendance, and a passion for working with children, we are happy to provide training and help you grow in the field!
What Paradigm Offers
- Paid vacation time
- Paid sick time
- Paid holidays
- Weekends off
- Discounted childcare
- Merit-based raises
- Professional development assistance
- Simple IRA retirement plan
- Health insurance for eligible employees
- Training and opportunities to grow within the early childhood education field
Job Types: Full-time and Part-time
If you are looking for a rewarding position where you can make a difference in children's lives while being part of a supportive childcare team, we would love to hear from you!