Toddler Assistant Teacher

Lakeshore Little People's Place, a multi-site Christian licensed child care center, is hiring a Toddler Teacher/Caregiver for our Providence site location (south side of Holland). LLPP has been providing high-quality early care and education for over 27 years in the Holland/Hamilton area and we seek to find people who:

• have a love for children and the Lord
• desire to be part of something impactful in the community
• want to make meaningful connections with co-workers
• are dedicated to working with children and families
• understand the ministry of faith-based education and the importance of early learning experiences

Our Toddler Assistant position is one that require a balance between being able to safely supervise and help manage a classroom and being able to LOVE, LOVE, LOVE little ones!

The ideal applicant will:

• Be at least 18 years of age and have strong references
• Complete a comprehensive background check including fingerprinting (employer paid)
• Provide employer with a negative TB test
• Promote a Christian, nurturing environment
• Be dedicated to a high quality, educational environment
• Build positive relationships with other LLPP employees, children and parents
• Assist with the daily functions of the classroom, including caring for and supervising the children and planning, documenting and implementing daily schedules and lesson plans for children 9-18 months of age
• Have availability Monday - Friday from 10am-6pm.

This position is offered as FULL-TIME employment, but the applicant MUST be available until 6pm Monday-Friday. We are looking for a candidate who is enthusiastic about working with young children and enjoys collaboration with co-workers. Previous experience in a licensed childcare is preferred, but not required. Training, side-by-side coaching when needed, orientation and onboarding, and classroom connections are provided to ensure you feel equipped, professional, and excited about the work ahead with Lakeshore Little People's Place.

Benefits and Pay: Pay is dependent on your education level and years of experience in a child care center. Full-time positions are offered with health/dental/vision insurance (because your physical health is important), paid time off (because your mental health is important), an employee discount for childcare (because all families are important), and financial support if you choose to or need to develop your early childhood knowledge (because your education is important).

Please visit our website at llpp.org to learn more about our programs, curriculum, history, and values.

Please connect with us today if embarking on this new adventure is one you feel called to do!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Work Location: In person

Salary : $13 - $16