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Join Our St. Matthew Early Learning Family!

St Matthew ELC
Rapids, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/20/2027

Do you have a heart for children and a passion for making a difference? Are you looking for meaningful work where each day is filled with learning, laughter, relationships, and purpose?

If so, we’d love to meet you!

St. Matthew Early Learning Center is looking for caring, energetic, dependable individuals to join our amazing team. We have several opportunities for people who want to help young children learn, grow, and thrive in a loving, faith-filled environment.

Now Hiring

  • Assistant Teacher – Infant Room
  • Assistant Teacher – 2-Year-Old Room
  • Assistant Teacher – 4-Year-Old Room
  • Float Teacher – Support classrooms and help provide coverage when needed

Why St. Matthew Early Learning?

At St. Matthew Early Learning Center, we believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where they can learn and grow.

We are a faith-based, family-centered program where children, families, and staff are valued and supported.

When you join our team, you’re not just accepting a job—you’re becoming part of a team that:

  • Values teamwork and supporting one another
  • Encourages professional growth
  • Builds meaningful relationships with children and families
  • Celebrates the fun and joy of working with children
  • Provides a loving, faith-filled environment

✨What You’ll Do

  • Create a warm, welcoming, and safe environment for children.
  • Assist with hands-on learning activities, play, and daily routines.
  • Encourage children’s social, emotional, and developmental growth.
  • Help with meals, naps, and classroom organization.
  • Build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers.
  • Bring kindness, patience, creativity, and enthusiasm to each day.
  • Work as part of a team to provide the best care and learning experience possible.

We’re Looking For Someone Who Is:

  • Caring, dependable, and a great team player.
  • Passionate about working with children.
  • A high school graduate or equivalent.
  • Experienced in childcare (preferred, but not required).
  • Experienced or educated in Early Childhood (a plus!).
  • CPR/First Aid certified—or willing to become certified.
  • Positive, flexible, and eager to learn.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

  • Competitive Pay
  • 90-Day Hiring Bonus (Ask us for details!)
  • FREE single health insurance through Xavier Catholic Schools
  • No nights or weekends
  • Supportive, faith-based work environment
  • Professional development and growth opportunities
  • Employee benefits based on hours worked
  • A team that values and supports you
  • The opportunity to make a lasting impact in a child’s life every day

Schedules vary based on the needs of the center.
Our center hours are 6:30 AM–5:30 PM, Monday–Friday, with no nights or weekends.

Come Make a Difference With Us!

If you’re looking for meaningful work where you can inspire young minds, build lasting relationships, and be part of an amazing team, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today and help us make every child’s day brighter at St. Matthew Early Learning Center!

Pay: $15.21 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $16

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