Assistant Teacher - Child Care Creative Learning Center

DescriptionPen Bay HospitalRockport, MEProfessional - NonclinicalReq #: 74934Do you love working with young children? Dream of being part of a supportive, high-quality early childhood program-without giving up your work-life balance? We have the perfect opportunity for you!The Creative Learning Center at MaineHealth Pen Bay Medical Center is hiring an Assistant Teacher to join our dedicated team in beautiful Rockport, Maine .Full time (36 hrs per week)About Us:Founded in 1990, the Creative Learning Center originally welcomed children from the local community and MaineHealth employees. Today, we proudly serve children of MaineHealth employees only , offering care and education for children aged 12 weeks to 5 years across five age-based classrooms . Our close-knit, mission-driven program is deeply rooted in quality care and early learning excellence.We are:NAEYC-accreditedA Step 5 program on Maine's Rising Stars for ME quality rating systemCommitted to creating a nurturing, engaging, and safe environment for both children and educatorsWhat You'll Do:As an Assistant Teacher , you'll support lead teachers in creating developmentally appropriate , play-based learning experiences that spark curiosity and growth. You'll work alongside a team of passionate educators who believe in the power of early childhood education and the importance of collaboration with families.Why You'll Love Working Here:The center is open Monday-Friday 6:30AM-5:30PM, flexible scheduling between operating hoursPaid on-the-job training provided by MaineHealth including support to get your CDA certification !Be part of a long-standing, respected program with a clear mission and strong team cultureOpportunity to grow your skills and make a daily impact in the lives of young childrenIf you're enthusiastic, caring, and excited about supporting young learners during their most important developmental years, we want to meet you!Apply today and become a part of something truly meaningful-help shape the future, one child at a time.Summary:The Assistant Teacher role is responsible for assisting the classroom teacher in providing comprehensive, developmentally appropriate care and education for young children in cooperation with families, co-teachers, and administrators based on current standards of best practice in the field of early childcare and education.Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)Education: Completion of foundational level early childhood trainings or college courses preferred.License/Certifications: Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification preferred. Current community/caregiver level CPR Certification and First Aid Certification preferred or must complete within 30 days of start date.Experience: Teaching/caregiving in group childcare/preschool setting preferred; Experience with the Creative Curriculum and NAEYC Accreditation preferred.Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Minimum age of 18 years of age.Hiring Scam AlertMaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to [email protected] .Additional InformationWith a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow - programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.