Teacher Assistant
First Baptist Child Development Center | Clayton, NC | Full-Time
We're not looking for just another Teacher Assistant.
We're looking for someone who believes early childhood is one of the most important stages of a child's life.
Someone who knows that reading one more story, celebrating one more milestone, comforting a child, or simply getting down on their level can make all the difference.
If you have experience working in a licensed child care facility and are looking for a center where you are valued, supported, and encouraged to grow, we'd love to meet you.
About Us
First Baptist Child Development Center is a Christ-centered early childhood program serving children ages 6 weeks through Pre-K. Our mission is to provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children are encouraged to learn, grow, and experience the love of Christ each day.
We believe our teachers are the heart of our center, and we're committed to creating a workplace built on teamwork, respect, encouragement, and excellence.
What You'll Do
As a Teacher Assistant, you will:
- Support the Lead Teacher in creating a warm, engaging, and developmentally appropriate classroom.
- Build meaningful relationships with children while encouraging their social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Assist with daily classroom routines, learning activities, transitions, meals, toileting, diapering, and rest time.
- Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment.
- Supervise children to ensure their health, safety, and well-being at all times.
- Communicate professionally with families and coworkers.
- Follow all North Carolina child care licensing regulations and center policies.
- Be a dependable, positive team member who is always willing to lend a helping hand.
Qualifications
Required
- Experience working in a licensed child care facility is required.
- Dependable with excellent attendance.
- A genuine passion for working with young children.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to maintain a positive, professional attitude in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred
- NC Early Childhood Credential, CDA, or Early Childhood Education coursework.
- CPR/First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Experience working with preschool-aged children.
Why You'll Love Working Here
At First Baptist Child Development Center, you'll find more than a job—you'll find a team that supports one another and celebrates the difference we make in the lives of children every day.
We offer:
- Competitive pay based on education and experience
- Paid holidays
- PTO for eligible full-time employees
- Child care tuition discount
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive leadership that values your contributions
- A positive, Christ-centered work environment
Is This You?
You believe every child deserves patience, encouragement, and someone who believes in them.
You enjoy working as part of a team, take pride in helping your classroom succeed, and understand that the little moments often have the biggest impact.
If you're ready to join a center where your experience is appreciated, your work matters, and children come first, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of a team that's making a difference one child, one family, and one classroom at a time.
Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have working in a licensed childcare center?
- re you comfortable assisting with all aspects of classroom care, including diapering/toileting, supervising children indoors and outdoors, cleaning and sanitizing, and supporting lesson activities?
- Do you currently have a North Carolina Early Childhood Education (ECE) Qualifying Letter issued by DCDEE?
- Do you have your North Carolina Early Childhood Credential (EDU 119)?
Work Location: In person
