Wobbler/Toddler Teaching Assistant

The Robin’s Nest Childcare Center and Preschool House is hiring for an Early Childhood assistant teacher position. Come join us and enjoy the warm embrace of an enchanting, nurturing, and nature-focused community. Days include creative free play inside and out, wholesome organic morning & afternoon snack, storytelling, nursery rhymes, and singing!

Why The Robin’s Nest Childcare Center and Preschool House is the right next step for you:

Career Path: Childcare is a rapidly growing industry currently getting a lot of attention! We expect big changes in childcare over the next few years, making it not only a sustainable career path, but a lucrative one. If you are considering becoming an elementary school teacher but find yourself drawn to babies, toddlers, and preschoolers, consider exploring the fulfilling work life of an Early Childhood Educator.

Community: We are a thoughtful, caring community of faculty, administration, Board, and families -- all striving for open, respectful communication. We have fun together, take care of each other, and feel grateful for the blessed magic we enjoy.

Job Requirements: We are seeking candidates who are patient, nurturing, kind, and confident leaders. Must be willing to sit on the ground, sing with children, and play outside in all weather. Candidates should have a strong work ethic, be excited to come to work, and enjoy working with the very young. Experience in Waldorf early childhood education is appreciated, but not required.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Earned or working toward a degree in Early Childhood education or a related field. Ex: HDFS, psychology, education, social work, etc. preferred but not required
• Comfortable holding and tending to infants and toddlers.
• Familiarity with a variety of age appropriate instructional, assessment, and behavior management strategies that reflect current research on best practices.
• Content to work independently with a small group of children, meeting state ratios.
• Able to work cooperatively as a member of a team and supervise assistants and other staff as designated.
• Able to communicate clearly and respectfully with all parents, children, community members, and staff members.
• Comfortable and willing to provide constructive criticism to fellow staff members in an encouraging way.

Salary range is competitive and depends on experience. We offer benefits, generous financial support for professional development, and a variety of paid and unpaid days off throughout the year. Please apply through this job posting or send your resume, cover letter, and references to: admin@therobinsnestchildcare.com

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.50 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

• What is your availability and how many hours would you like to work (Max and Min)? Will this availability change for school or another job?
• When would you be available to start?
• Are you currently enrolled in the Central Background Registry?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $17