Assistant Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

Boone County is proud to launch a  brand-new, first-of-its-kind Childcare Center dedicated to serving our public safety families.  This innovative center will provide high-quality early childhood education in a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment that supports the unique schedules and needs of emergency personnel families.

Many public safety families struggle to find childcare that accommodates their unusual and often unpredictable schedules. To better support our employees and their families, our center will initially offer flexible, scheduled childcare seven days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. for children ages 6 weeks through 5 years. This initial program structure creates a strong foundation, with the potential to expand hours and services in the future.

We are seeking  Assistant Teachers who will work collaboratively with all staff to create a high-quality childcare program that ensures operational excellence, maintains regulatory compliance, supports children’s growth, promotes well-being, and strengthens partnerships with families.

This is a unique opportunity to help build and shape a childcare center from the ground up while supporting the families who serve our community every day. Applicants must also apply through the Boone County website, we will be in contact with potential applicants with additional information.

The Assistant Teacher supports the lead teacher in implementing lesson plans, supervising children, assisting with daily routines, and maintaining a clean, safe, and engaging classroom environment for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, documenting observations, communicating with staff and families, helping manage classroom behavior, and maintaining classroom schedule and routine when the lead teacher is absent.

Position Details

• Status: Full-time, non-exempt, benefited
• Schedule: 40 hours per week. Shifts vary within center hours of 5:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m., 7 days per week including holidays. Must be able to work any shifts as needed to support center operations and staffing requirements.
• Starting Hourly Salary:  Starting from $18.07 per hour, commensurate with experience. Potential for shift differential.

• At least 18 years old, in accordance with applicable state or licensing regulations.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification or be willing to obtain it within a designated time frame.
• Must pass a background check and medical examination as required by applicable licensing regulations, federal, state, and Boone County policies.
• Must maintain employment eligibility by meeting all state licensing, certification, background check, and training requirements.

• High school diploma or GED.
• A basic understanding of early childhood development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Twelve months or more of experience working with children under 5 years of age in a childcare, preschool, or similar setting.

Benefits That Truly Stand Out

Boone County Government offers one of the most competitive public-sector benefit packages in the region:

• Health, dental & vision insurance starting day one (Including medical/dental plans with  no employee premium options!)
• Pension plan
• Two matching deferred compensation plans
• 14 paid holidays
• Childcare discount
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• No-cost life and disability insurance options
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer

This is stability, security, and service, all in one career move.