What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full-Time Substitute Assistant Infant Room Teacher (Tuesday-Friday - 10 Hour Shifts) position at Journey Discovery Center?
Rate: $17.97 per hour
Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week (Monday-Thursday, 10-hour shifts, 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM)
Position Type: Temporary Position (with potential for full-time)
Position Start: Monday, April 7th through August
Are you passionate about early childhood education? Join our dedicated team at Journey Discovery Center, where we provide high-quality, child-centered care in a supportive and professional environment!
We are anestablished preschool recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in the Inland NW for three consecutive years, ranking #7 in 2024! At Journey Discovery Center, we partner with families and teachers to foster a community of learners, ensuring that every child and educator is supported, inspired, and celebrated.
About the Role:
We are looking for an Assistant Infant Room Teacher to support our lead teachers in providing a nurturing and engaging learning environment. This is a temporary position (but for the right candidate, it may lead to a permanent full-time opportunity.)
Responsibilities:
- Assist in maintaining a safe, clean, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
- Support lead teachers in implementing engaging, play-based learning activities.
- Build meaningful relationships with infants, ensuring their needs are met with warmth and care.
- Foster strong communication and engagement with families.
- Collaborate with co-teachers to uphold a positive and professional work environment.
What We Offer:
- Competitive Pay – $17.97 per hour
- Consistent, Guaranteed Hours (40 hours/week)
- Medical, Vision, & Dental Benefits
- 401K Matching
- Annual Pay Raises
- Employee Assistance Program
- Ongoing Professional Development & Training
- A Supportive, Positive Work Environment with Great Co-Teachers
What We’re Looking For:
- Passion for working with infants in an early childhood education setting.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Prior experience in childcare or early education is a plus but not required!
If you’re excited about joining a warm, welcoming team and making a lasting impact on young learners, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today to be part of the Journey Discovery Center family!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.97 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 4x10
- No weekends
Application Question(s):
- Please list your availability for a 20-30 minute Zoom interview, between the hours of 9am-3pm, Monday through Friday.
- Please include your infant (0-1 year old) specific experience (whether formal or informal).
Ability to Commute:
- Spokane, WA 99201 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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