Assistant Teacher - Full-Time

Description Assistant Child Care Teacher

• (Full-Time) Help shape young minds and build a career you love! Location : Kids. Point C Street, 5830 C Street SW, Cedar Rapids, IA Organizational Overview: For over 130 years, Waypoint has been dedicated to inspiring people to move forward. We continuously evolve to meet the ever-changing needs of individuals, children, and families in our community through a variety of services and resources. Through this work, we remain devoted to improving lives and strengthening our community. Waypoint Values H aving Compassion Instilling O wnership Empowering P eople E mbracing Diversity Position Summary: Are you looking for a rewarding full-time role working with kids? Join our team as an Assistant Teacher and help create a fun, safe, and engaging environment for toddlers. This role offers a great opportunity to build experience working with youth while developing general leadership skills. Pay & Schedule Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 6:30AM-5:45PM Schedule: Full-Time 40 hours per week Shift: 8:45am-5:45pm Monday-Friday Starting Pay: $15/hour Benefits That Support You
• Paid Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Employer Paid Life Insurance & Disability
• FSA & HSA options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Child Care Discount Why You’ll Love This Job
• Make a lasting impact in children’s early development
• Great opportunity to grow your skills in education and child development
• Stay active and engaged—no two days are the same
• No nights or weekends What You’ll Do As an Assistant Teacher, you’ll support the Lead Teacher and help create a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment. In this role, you will:
• Help lead fun, age-appropriate activities and learning experiences that keep kids engaged and learning
• Assist in planning and implementing curriculum and daily activities
• Support children’s social, emotional, and physical development
• Ensure a safe, supervised environment at all times
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and team members
• Use positive guidance to encourage good behavior and problem-solving
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom
• Assist with daily routines including meals, hygiene, and transitions
• Communicate with families and contribute to daily updates
• Help maintain required documentation and licensing standards Requirements What You’ll Bring We’re looking for someone who brings energy, positivity, and a genuine passion for working with children. You’ll thrive in this role if you are:
• Have a caring, patient, and positive approach to working with children
• Dependable and Responsible - you show up and follow through
• A strong communicator who works well with others
• A team player who enjoys collaboration
• Able to take and give direction and feedback
• Adaptable and able to multitask in a busy environment
• Committed to treating others with respect and professionalism
• Aligned with Waypoint’s Values: H ave Compassion, Instill O wnership, Empower P eople, and E mbrace Diversity. What You’ll Need To be successful in this role, you should:
• At least 18 years old
• Have a high school diploma or GED (or in progress)
• Have 1 year of childcare experience required
• Feel confident interacting with children and communicating with parents
• Be willing and able to complete required trainings (CPR/First Aid, Mandatory Reporter, etc.)
• Have reliable transportation and a strong commitment to being on time
• Be able to stay active throughout your shift and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to meet background check and health screening requirements Ready to make a difference with Waypoint? Apply today and join a team that makes every day count!