Childcare Assistant

Company Description Stepping Stones Early Learning Center is a family-owned, community-based childcare center serving the Lewiston/Auburn area since 2004. We provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children learn through play, exploration, and strong relationships.As an Assistant Teacher at Stepping Stones, you will support lead teachers with daily classroom activities, help maintain a positive and structured learning environment, and build meaningful connections with children and families. We value teamwork, reliability, and a genuine passion for early childhood education.Why Work With Us • Supportive, family-oriented workplace • Experienced leadership and strong team collaboration • Long-standing, well-respected center with a stable enrollment • Opportunities to grow, learn, and build a career in early childhood education • A positive environment where your work truly makes a differenceSchedule & Benefits Highlights • Consistent, reliable schedules • Paid holidays & paid time off • Childcare benefit • Paid training and professional development • 401(k) retirement plan • Monthly bonus opportunities • Health insurance available beginning in MarchIf you’re looking for a rewarding role with a trusted center that values its staff as much as its families, we’d love to hear from you. Role Description This is a full-time on-site role for a Childcare Assistant located in Greene, ME. The Childcare Assistant will support the daily activities and well-being of children in a safe and nurturing environment. Responsibilities include assisting with meal routines while ensuring proper hygiene practices, engaging children in creative and educational activities, monitoring their safety, and effectively communicating with children, parents, and team members. Qualifications Strong listening and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with children, families, and team membersKnowledge of proper hygiene and cleanliness standards, especially in childcare and meal preparationCreativity skills to support engaging and educational activities for childrenExperience or demonstrated ability in providing attentive and compassionate childcarePatience, reliability, and a genuine passion for working with childrenAbility to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environmentHigh school diploma or equivalent; education in early childhood development is a plusExperience in a childcare setting is preferred but not required