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How much do child development assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for child development assistant in the United States is $19.23, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a child development assistant?

Child Development Assistants are professionals who support the care, learning, and development of young children in settings such as daycares, preschools, and early childhood education centers. They assist lead educators by preparing classroom materials, supervising children, and helping implement daily activities that promote social, emotional, and cognitive growth. Their role also involves ensuring a safe and nurturing environment, observing children’s progress, and communicating with parents and staff. Qualifications and requirements can vary depending on local regulations and the specific workplace.

What does a child development assistant do?

A child development assistant works at a child care center and supports the teacher with managing children under their care. As a child development assistant, your job duties include helping students as they complete daily activities, assisting the teacher during instructional periods, and performing general administrative tasks as needed. The career typically requires postsecondary education in child development or early childhood education, as well as professional experience in working with children. You may also need to complete first aid and CPR certification training programs and pass a background check. Additional qualifications include excellent interpersonal and communication skills, as well as the ability to manage young children.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a child development assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Child Development Assistant, you need knowledge of early childhood development, basic caregiving skills, and typically a certificate or diploma in child care or a related field. Familiarity with health and safety regulations, child observation tools, and early learning frameworks is commonly required. Patience, strong communication, and a nurturing demeanor help foster trusting relationships with children and families. These skills ensure the provision of safe, supportive, and developmentally appropriate care that promotes children's growth and well-being.

How does a child development assistant typically collaborate with lead educators and parents?

Child Development Assistants work closely with lead educators by supporting lesson implementation, managing classroom routines, and observing children’s behavior to provide valuable feedback. They also frequently communicate with parents, sharing updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns under the guidance of the lead teacher. This collaboration ensures a consistent, nurturing environment for children and helps maintain open lines of communication between the educational team and families.
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Child Development Assistant - Part Time (Temporary)

Yuba Community College District

Yuba City, CA • On-site

$23.98 - $27.81/hr

Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Position Information
Job Title Child Development Assistant - Part Time (Temporary) Location Yuba College - Marysville, CA. Job Description
This position is a temporary position.

Under the direction of an Administrator or designee, assist in the operation of a child care center for children; assist with providing a high quality child development program.
Essential Duties Summary
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
  • Assist in the implementation of a program of activities that contributes to the care, growth and development of children and enhances their growth, development and safety. (E)
  • Assist Yuba College Early Childhood Education students in implementing activities for children in a laboratory environment as part of their instructional program; provide input to Early Childhood Education student progress as directed. (E)
  • Assist small groups of children follow established schedule of developmentally appropriate activities. (E)
  • Assist with providing a quality child care program; assist in the planning and development of the Program; prepare lesson plans; compile resources and materials. (E)
  • Attend and contribute to staff meetings as required; prepare records and reports as directed. (E)
  • Record attendance of children; assist in discussions with parents as requested. (E)
  • Assist in maintaining and controlling inventory of instructional supplies.
  • Perform custodial and maintenance duties as required to maintain a physical environment that conforms to applicable standards of health and safety.
  • Oversee the operation of the Center independently in case of absences or emergencies. Perform related duties as assigned.

Please visit the class specification to review representative duties, minimum qualifications, desired qualifications, and other requirements of this position.
Required Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Any combination equivalent to: sufficient course work to qualify for a Child Development Associate Permit
  • Including at least twelve (12) core units in Early Childhood Education or equivalent courses
  • And one year of experience in a child development program.

    LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
  • Child Development Associate Permit or equivalent.
  • Appropriate First Aid and CPR certificates.
  • California Child Care Provider Health and Safety Certificate (to be obtained within 30 working days from date of hire)
Desired/Preferred Qualifications
Please visit the class specification to review representative duties, minimum qualifications, desired qualifications, and other requirements of this position.
Physical Demands Range/Step Range 19, CSEA Salary Schedule Salary Range $23.98 - $27.81 / Per Hour (Steps 5 -11) Placement will be based on both the candidate's years of experience and educational qualifications. Benefits Information
PART-TIME (less than .60 PTE): Part-time positions less than .60 PTE are not entitled to any District paid fringe benefits. The District does however; provide the employee prorated leaves including vacation, sick leave and paid holidays. Employees less than .50 PTE contribute to an Alternative Retirement System (Apple). Employees whose, PTE is between .50 and .60 contribute to the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS).
EEO Statement
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Yuba Community College District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Yuba Community College District will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements.

The Yuba Community College District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because he/she is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or practices.
Board Policies
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Commitment to Diversity
Posting Detail Information
Internal vs. External External Posting Number AS806P Open Date Close Date Review Start Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Note: This is an ongoing applicant pool.

Important Instructions:
  • The Child Development Assistant position is classified as Part Time (.50 PTE - 12 Months), entails an average commitment of 20 hours per week.
  • The work schedule is structured into daily four-hour shifts, spanning Monday through Friday, within the timeframe of 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
  • This position requires sufficient course work to qualify for a Child Development Associate Permit including at least (12) twelve core units in Early Childhood Education or equivalent courses and (1) one year of experience in a child development program.
  • To apply for this position, interested candidates are required to complete an online application, including submission of an EEO/Diversity Statement and unofficial transcripts through the People Admin application portal.
  • Education Code 87408.6 states that no person shall be initially employed by a community college district in an academic or classified position unless the person has submitted to an examination within the past sixty (60) days to determine that he/she/they is free of active tuberculosis.
  • As a condition of employment, the position you are applying for will require that you provide fingerprints to the local police department. The fees charged by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and FBI for the fingerprint report is the employee's responsibility.
  • Fingerprint clearance must be received prior to the employee's first day on the job.

  • Sponsorship
    The District does not provide sponsorship for authorization to work in the United States. Work authorization should be established at the time of application submission.

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