Daycare Assistant Teacher (Multiple Locations)

Job Description

Job Description

Daycare Assistant Teacher

Now hiring Daycare Assistant Teachers! Full-time, Monday-Friday.

Little Learner Children’s Academy – Minooka, Crest Hill, Yorkville, and Bolingbrook, IL
Full-Time | Monday–Friday | Shifts between 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Salary: $15.00 - $19.00 (Based on education and experience)

Immediate Openings Available!

About Us

Little Learner Children’s Academy is a privately-owned childcare center committed to providing a nurturing, engaging, and inspiring environment for children. We believe in hands-on learning, curiosity-driven exploration, and supporting both children and educators in their growth.

At the core of our culture are our values:

• Learning – We encourage continuous learning for all.
• Loyalty – We build strong, lasting relationships.
• Caring – We create a safe, supportive environment.
• Adventurous – We inspire curiosity and creativity.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
• Health benefits package
• Paid holidays and personal time off
• Child care discounts
• Paid professional development & mentoring
• Referral bonuses
• Certified Childcare Professional (CCP) Credential Program
  → Become Lead Teacher qualified within 4-6 months
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Teacher in planning and leading classroom activities
• Create a safe and nurturing learning space
• Support social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development
• Maintain daily routines including meals, hygiene, and transitions
• Use active supervision and positive interactions with children
• Communicate professionally with families and team members
• Stay committed to ongoing learning and professional growth

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (Required)
• Must be at least 19 years old (Required)
• Passion for working with children (Required)
• Willing to complete CCP credential within 4-6 months of hire
• Flexible and dependable with work schedule

Locations Hiring:

• Minooka, IL
• Crest Hill, IL
• Yorkville, IL
• Bolingbrook, IL

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're passionate about early childhood education and want to be part of a supportive and dynamic team, apply today! Help us nurture potential and inspire bright futures at Little Learner Children’s Academy.

Little Learner Children’s Academy provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, family medical history, marital status, military membership or veteran status, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other factor covered by applicable federal, state and local laws. Little Learner Children’s Academy complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. This Policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.