Childcare Lead and Assistant Teachers- La Petite Academy, S 6th Ave - La Petite Academy
Federal Way, WA
About the Job
Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for:
- You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more.
- You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off.
- You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program.
- You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.
This is more than just a daycare job. It’s a journey, where you learn, grow, thrive—and play—every day. Being a teacher at a child care center is something special. We’re hiring and we want difference makers who will inspire children to become lifelong learners.
As a Teacher, you are:
- Caring! Follow all licensing guidelines and company standards to ensure the daily care of every child in your classroom.
- Engaged! Develop your ability to accurately observe, assess, and plan for children, as well as effectively communicate with families.
- Knowledgeable! Complete extensive training that provides insight on child care, preschool and development topics.
- Creative! Implement our proprietary curriculum while creating fun, interactive learning experiences for the children.
We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have:
- Experience in a licensed childcare center or related field.
- The ability to meet state requirements for education and our center requirements.
- Able to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Compensation based on Position, Education and Experience. Bi-weekly and Daily Pay options
- Assistant Teacher- $16.30-$22.80
- Teacher- $17.10-$23.90
- Lead Teacher- $18-45-$27.70
- Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and FSA) provided for full-time employees, Limited medical offered for part-time workers
- Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification, 401K (plus company match), life and disability insurance and child care discount available to all employees
Effective January 1, 2024- Successful completion of a background check is a prerequisite of employment.
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Learning Care Group is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.