Assistant Teacher Job Description
Position Summary
The Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Teacher in providing a loving, Christ-centered, developmentally appropriate environment while maintaining compliance with DCYF regulations and utilizing trauma-informed practices.
Qualifications
- Meet all Minnesota DCYF Assistant Teacher requirements: at least 18 years of age; High School Diploma/GED; College: 12 quarter credits (credits need to be from DCYF approved list; 2,080 hours as an aide or student intern (equivalent of 1 year at 40 hours per week).
- Background study clearance and required training.
- Ability to lift 40 pounds and actively engage with children
Essential Responsibilities
- Assist with implementing daily schedules and activities.
- Provide active supervision and ensure children's safety.
- Support routines including meals, toileting, rest, and transitions.
- Build positive relationships with children and families.
- Complete assigned classroom cleaning and organization duties.
- Assist with observations and daily reports.
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
- Work cooperatively with all staff members.
Trauma-Informed Expectations
- Recognize that behavior is communication.
- Respond calmly and respectfully to challenging behaviors.
- Foster emotional safety, predictability, and trust.
- Use connection before correction.
- Practice positive guidance rather than punishment.
- Support children's individual needs with empathy and consistency.
Faith-Based Expectations
- Demonstrate Christ-like character in words and actions.
- Treat children, families, and coworkers with kindness, understanding and helpful action.
- Incorporate Biblical values, prayer, worship, and faith-based curriculum as appropriate.
Childcare Benefit
Staff members who enroll their children at the Center pay a discounted tuition rate of $100 per week per child.
Compensation
This Hourly position pays between $18-$20 depending on experience and qualifications. Willow Child Development Center’s comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes medical, dental, retirement plan, medical telehealth, 80 hours of Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST), and employee assistance program.
How to Apply
If you're interested in applying for this position, please apply directly here: https://www.willowcdc.com/#apply
At Willow Child Development Center, we believe every child is created in the image of God and deserves to be treated with dignity, compassion, and respect. We strive to provide a safe, nurturing, and trauma-informed environment where children, families, and staff experience grace, belonging, and the love of Christ. We are committed to teamwork, professionalism, and serving one another with humility, reflecting Colossians 3:23: "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord."
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
