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The Growing Years

Childcare Floater/Teacher Aide

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $15–$17/hr

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Apex, NC (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.

$34,476 / year median in North Carolina

+15% projected growth

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Job Description

The Growing Years of Apex is a licensed childcare center seeking Floaters/Teacher Aides to work with all age groups! To be

QUALIFIED

for this position, we require a high school diploma OR GED and the ability to pass all background checks. A plus if you have previous childcare experience!

Required Shift:

Monday•Friday, 9:00am•6:00pm

Compensation:

$15•17/hr based on education and experience We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including: Competitive Pay Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and P rofessional D evelopment Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance 401k with Match Discounts for Childcare Fun and Positive Place to Work Open Door Policy Shirts and Swag•we love to show appreciation for our teachers !

Our Hiring Process:

Resume screen Phone screen with recruiter (30 minutes) On-site interview with Center Director (30-60 minutes) Q&A Classroom observation

Offer Main Job Responsibilities:

Willingness to effectively substitute for any position as needed. This includes covering staff members' breaks, filling in for staff members in their absences, and assuming the classroom duties of staff members before or after their scheduled shifts. Demonstrate patience, kindness and positive interactions with all children, parents, and staff. Operate as a team player and willingness to help where needed under the director of the lead teacher. Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs. Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role. If you have a positive attitude, love working with children and desire to work in a fun and professional environment, we encourage you to apply today! The Growing Years is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law. #PECEPFLEX1