Assistant Teacher

  • Little Guppy Child Development Center & Daycare
  • O Fallon, Missouri
  • 10 days ago
  • Full Time

Job Summary


Employment Type
Full Time

Job Description


Little Guppy is a licensed childcare center seeking full-time Assistant Teachers to support our Preschoolage classrooms!

To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require a high school diploma OR GED and the ability to pass all background checks. A plus if you have previous childcare experience!

Required Shift: Monday - Friday, Part-time 1pm-6pm

Compensation: $15-$16/hour, based on education and experience

We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including:

  • Competitive Pay
  • Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and P rofessional D evelopment
  • Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
  • 401k with Match
  • Discounts for Childcare
  • Fun and Positive Place to Work
  • Open Door Policy
  • Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our teachers !

Our Hiring Process:

  1. Resume screen
  2. Phone screen with recruiter (10 minutes)
  3. On-site interview with Center Director (30-60 minutes)
  1. Q&A
  2. Classroom observation
  1. Offer

Main Job Responsibilities:

  • Willi ngness to effectively substitute for any position as needed. This includes covering staff members' breaks, filling in for staff members in their absences, and assuming the classroom duties of staff members before or after their scheduled shifts.
  • Demonstrate patience, kindness and positive interactions with all children, parents, and staff.
  • Operate as a team player and willingness to help where needed under the director of the lead teacher .
  • Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role .

Little Guppy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Job Summary


Employment Type
Full Time

Benefit Insights


Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k)
Holiday Pay
Tuition Reimbursement
Life Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability

Job ID: 472478131

Originally Posted on: 4/8/2025