🌟 Assistant Teacher – Infant Through Preschool Classrooms
Location: The Learning Experience, Columbia Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM (full availability required) Pay: Starting at $14–$15 per hour, based on experience
Help Young Learners Grow Every Day
Are you passionate about working with children and making a positive impact during their earliest years? We're looking for caring, dependable, and enthusiastic Assistant Teachers to support our classrooms ranging from Infants through Preschool.
As an Assistant Teacher, you'll work alongside Lead Teachers to create a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment where children can learn, explore, and build confidence. Whether you're comforting an infant, encouraging a toddler's curiosity, or helping preschoolers prepare for their next steps, you'll play an important role in each child's growth and development.
What You'll Do
Support Lead Teachers in implementing age-appropriate lessons and activities
Help maintain a safe, clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment
Assist with daily routines, including meals, diapering, toileting, and transitions
Encourage positive social, emotional, and developmental growth
Build strong relationships with children, families, and fellow team members
Observe and share developmental milestones and classroom observations
Foster a positive, collaborative atmosphere throughout the center
What We're Looking For
Experience working with young children is preferred but not required
A genuine passion for early childhood education and child development
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Availability to work M-F 9:00 AM–6:00 PM required
Early Childhood Education coursework or related education is a plus
Must obtain (or be willing to obtain) the free 15-hour South Carolina Health & Safety Certification before orientation
Must obtain (or be willing to obtain) First Aid/CPR certification
A patient, positive, and energetic attitude
Why You'll Love Working Here
Supportive and welcoming team environment
Opportunities for training, mentorship, and career growth
Hands-on experience across multiple age groups
A meaningful opportunity to help children learn, grow, and succeed
This position is subject to all applicable state licensing requirements.
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The Learning Experience Corporate.