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Marcy Precious Little 1s is an award-winning childcare program serving families since 2009. We are known for high-quality care, engaging learning experiences, and a supportive, professional environment where both scholars and staff are encouraged to grow.

We are looking for a warm, energetic, reliable, and motivated Afternoon Assistant Teacher to join our team. This is a long-term, non-seasonal position for someone who genuinely enjoys working with children and wants an opportunity to learn, develop, and grow in the early childhood field.

Schedule

Monday–Friday: 2:00 PM–7:15 PM

This position is part of our afternoon closing team, so dependable attendance, punctuality, and consistent availability through 7:15 PM are essential.

Occasional opportunities for additional hours may be available, including earlier coverage or select Saturdays. Additional availability is appreciated but is not required for the regular Afternoon Assistant Teacher schedule.

Compensation

$18.00 per hour

Who We Serve

Our scholars range from 6 weeks through 12 years old, including infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and after-school scholars.

Staff may support different age groups based on program needs, ratios, and scheduling.

What You’ll Do

As an Afternoon Assistant Teacher, you will help create a warm, engaging, organized, and positive end to each day. Responsibilities include:

• Greeting scholars and families warmly and professionally
• Supporting afternoon learning through story time, sensory play, learning centers, crafts, block play, and movement
• Supporting feeding, diapering, toileting, dinner, and daily transitions
• Providing homework support for after-school scholars
• Creating and implementing developmentally appropriate lesson plans and activities using our curriculum framework, with training, support, feedback, and guidance provided
• Preparing classroom materials and learning activities
• Supervising scholars during indoor and outdoor activities
• Sharing classroom moments and photo updates through Brightwheel
• Communicating professionally with families during pick-up
• Assisting with classroom décor, theme days, graduations, trips, and special events
• Cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing the classroom throughout the shift
• Completing end-of-day classroom and closing responsibilities
• Following daily routines, procedures, checklists, and program expectations
• Working collaboratively with the teaching team and supporting different age groups as needed

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED required
• Experience working with young children preferred
• Excellent reliability, punctuality, and attendance
• Warm, positive, energetic, and professional communication style
• Comfortable working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, school-age scholars, and mixed-age groups
• Comfortable working within structured routines and as part of a team
• Ability to follow procedures and complete assigned responsibilities independently
• Willingness to assist with cleaning, sanitizing, organization, and maintaining a high-quality learning environment
• Creative and interested in hands-on learning
• Tech-friendly; training provided
• Open to coaching, constructive feedback, professional development, and continued learning
• Ability to complete all required childcare paperwork and trainings
• CPR/First Aid certification required within 30 days of hire

A CDA Credential, early childhood coursework, or previous childcare experience is a plus, but not required.

Candidates should have a genuine interest in professional growth. Team members interested in earning their Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential can receive support and guidance through our program.

Why Join Marcy Precious Little 1s?

We believe great childcare starts with a supported team. We invest in employees who want to learn, contribute, and grow with us.

• Award-winning early childhood program
• Supportive, professional, and encouraging team culture
• Career ladder and opportunities for advancement
• CDA support and professional development
• Ongoing training, coaching, feedback, and guidance
• Paid sick time
• 401(k) matching for eligible full-time employees
• Uniforms provided
• Optional uniform laundry service
• Occasional complimentary staff meals
• Birthday and work-anniversary recognition
• Staff appreciation events and Annual Staff Awards Ceremony
• Themed learning experiences, graduations, trips, and special events

Physical Requirements

This is an active, hands-on childcare position. Employees must be able to stand, bend, squat, kneel, participate in indoor and outdoor activities, and lift children or classroom materials up to approximately 40 lbs.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with applicable laws.

Before You Apply

We are looking for someone interested in stable, long-term employment and professional growth, not temporary or seasonal work.

We encourage applicants to learn more about our program before applying:

Instagram: @marcypreciouslittle1sdaycare
TikTok: @marcypreciouslittle1s
YouTube: Marcy Precious Little 1s Daycare
Website: www.marcypreciouslittle1sdaycare.com

You do not need a social media account to view our pages.

Interview & Hiring Process

We host weekly on-the-spot interviews for qualified applicants.

Our two-part interview process gives candidates an opportunity to learn more about our program and show us what they can bring to the team.

Selected candidates will complete our paid New Hire Orientation and Training Program before beginning their regular schedule. Orientation dates and times may vary and may include weekend sessions.

How to Apply

Apply online through ZipRecruiter.

Qualified applicants will be contacted to move forward with the next step in our interview process.

Applicants must complete application questions in their own words. Responses copied from other sources will not be considered.

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

Marcy Precious Little 1s Childcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any protected characteristic under applicable law.

Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants during the application and interview process.

We are a licensed, established, award-winning childcare program. We provide quality childcare, superior education, and an exceptional mentoring program. Unique on-boarding experience, competitive salaries & meals included. Inquire within.