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Child Care Assistant

Happy Scholars Daycare
Santa Clara, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/9/2026

Job Summary

MUST SPEAK MANDARIN

We are a thriving bilingual (Mandarin Chinese/English) family child care center at the heart of the Silicon Valley serving children aged 0-4 year old. We are looking for a full time Daycare Teacher and a part time Daycare Assistant to join our team.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Supervise and ensure the safety of children during lessons, meals, and playtime
  • Assist the lead teacher in executing pedagogical objectives
  • Prepare children for noon naps
  • Teaching basic English and/or Chinese lessons and reading stories to children (at least twice a week)
  • Greet parents during drop-offs and/or pick-ups
  • Some administrative duties

Basic Qualifications:

  • Authorized to work in the United States
  • Fluency in Mandarin Chinese
  • (At least) limited working proficiency in English
  • Compassionate and love working with children
  • Ability to keep track of multiple job responsibilities at the same time
  • A growth mindset

Compensation: $23 to $26 per hour [based on experience and skills]

No prior experience required. Background/experience in early childhood education preferred.

Job Types: Full-time

Pay: From $23 to $25 per hour

职位类型:全职

薪资: 每小时$23 - $26

COVID-19 相关考虑事项:
Our child care facility continues to follow the strongest sanitization and other Covid-19 preventive measures. Equipped with highly advanced air filtration units. Teacher and staff must wear masks at all times.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience working with children in daycare, preschool, babysitting, nannying, or classroom settings is highly preferred
  • Knowledge of early childhood development principles and classroom experience is advantageous
  • Certification in first aid and CPR is required or willing to obtain upon hiring
  • Experience working with individuals with disabilities is a plus
  • Strong communication skills to effectively interact with children, parents, and team members
  • Ability to handle multiple responsibilities with patience, enthusiasm, and professionalism
  • Commitment to creating a nurturing environment that supports childhood growth and learning

Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Childcare
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $26

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