School-Age Assistant Teacher at Barnesville Campus

Heritage Early Learning Center is seeking a caring, dependable, and energetic School-Age Assistant Teacher to join our team in Barnesville, Ohio. This position supports children in Kindergarten through 12 years old in a safe, structured, and engaging before/after school and summer program environment.We are looking for someone who enjoys working with older children, supports independence, and helps create a positive, respectful, and fun learning atmosphere.Position OverviewThe School-Age Assistant Teacher will support Lead Teachers in supervising and engaging children ages 5-12 during before school, after school, school closures, and summer programming. This role focuses on providing structure, encouragement, academic support, and enrichment activities in a Christ-centered environment.Key ResponsibilitiesChild Supervision & EngagementSupervise children during before/after school care, summer camp, and school closure daysAssist with bus drop-off and pick-up proceduresEnsure children are safe, accounted for, and appropriately engaged at all timesSupport positive peer interactions and model respectful behaviorEncourage independence while maintaining appropriate supervisionEducational & Enrichment SupportAssist with homework help and academic enrichment activitiesSupport implementation of age-appropriate lesson plans and activitiesFacilitate creative, physical, and recreational activitiesEncourage teamwork, problem-solving, and positive decision-makingBehavior & Classroom SupportHelp maintain a structured, respectful, and positive environmentUse redirection and positive guidance strategies when neededSupport children in developing social-emotional skills and responsibilityReinforce classroom and center expectations consistentlySafety & Program SupportMaintain a safe and organized environment at all timesFollow all center policies, procedures, and licensing regulationsAssist in emergency procedures and drills when neededReport concerns, incidents, or injuries to Lead Teacher or Administration immediatelyCommunication & TeamworkWork collaboratively with Lead Teachers and staffCommunicate professionally with children, families, and team membersSupport daily routines, transitions, and program schedulesGeneral CompetenciesEngaging, positive, and patient personalityAbility to work with a wide age range (Kindergarten-12 years)Strong sense of responsibility and reliabilityAbility to multitask in a fast-paced, active environmentProfessional handling of confidential informationAbility to represent KC3 values:KindnessCreativityCaringCleanlinessWillingness to exemplify Christ-honoring principles in daily workPhysical RequirementsThis role requires the ability to:Stand, walk, run, bend, reach, and actively engage with childrenLift up to 50 pounds when neededWork both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditionsSupervise active play environments, including playground and gym settingsQualificationsExperience working with school-age children preferred (K-12)High school diploma or equivalent required (minimum)Strong communication and teamwork skillsAbility to maintain structure while keeping a positive, engaging toneFirst Aid/CPR certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)Reliable, punctual, and professionalBenefitsSupportive, faith-based work environmentProfessional development opportunitiesClassroom/program budget support (when applicable)Growth opportunities within the organizationSimple IRA available after 1 year of employmentAboutFounded in 2021 by three owners with a combined 40 years of experience in childcare, Heritage Early Learning Center is a Step Up to Quality star-rated Christian childcare program focused on the educational development of children from infancy to 12 years old. We currently operate three campuses, two in St. Clairsville and one in Barnesville.At Heritage Early Learning Center, you'll be part of a team where owners, administration, and team members genuinely value and respect each other. We believe our greatest asset is our TEAM, and we are dedicated to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment. Our benefits include:Team Member of the Month recognitionPaid staff meetingsPaid professional developmentEducation assistanceSimple IRA with Company Match (after one year)PTO for lead staff (after one year) Dynamic Work CultureWe are a Christian Facility that strives for Kindness and Creativity in a Caring and Clean Environment. This is our KC3 Promise. Join us and become a part of a S.T.A.R.S. team that truly cares about making a difference. STRONG COMMUNICATIONTEAM COLLABORATIONADAPTABLERELIABLESKILLED LEADERSHIP