EDUCATOR ASSISTANT (REQ 4007)

Full Time

Work Hours: Days

5/24/2025

STARTING PAY: $17-$20/hr.  

Inspire, nurture, and grow—help shape the lives of young children in a warm, collaborative environment that values compassion, creativity, and lifelong learning.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Be a vital part of a mission-driven team that empowers children to explore, discover, and thrive in a developmentally rich, nature-connected learning environment.
• Benefits: South Peninsula Hospital provides industry-leading benefits, including Health/Dental/Vision Insurance with up to a $2000 HRA and generous PTO. Loan forgiveness and tuition reimbursement programs available.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in supervising daily classroom routines, including toileting, meals, diapering, and transitions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting classroom environment.
• Support educators in curriculum implementation, classroom management, and child engagement.
• Prepare materials and resources for activities and lessons.
• Collaborate with educators and families to foster a nurturing and inclusive learning space.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must be 18+ with a high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to pass all required state and federal background checks.
• Current or ability to obtain CPR/First Aid certification within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to perform moderate physical tasks such as lifting, standing for extended periods, and engaging with children at their level.
• SEED Level 4-5 certification preferred or to be completed within 30 days.
• Food Handler’s Card
• Experience with children preferred; familiarity with alternative educational models (Montessori, Waldorf, Expeditionary Learning, or similar educational models) is preferred.
• Completion of 24 hours of annual paid professional development is required.

ENVIRONMENT:
Enjoy working in a thoughtfully designed, state-licensed center. Our calming indoor spaces and year-round outdoor classroom provide children—and educators—with the freedom to connect with nature and embrace experiential learning. The position requires a moderate amount of mobility. The ability to reason, speak and have basic manual dexterity is essential. Physical Demands are moderate and may include sitting, standing for prolonged periods, walking, stooping and lifting. Work if performed both inside and outside and the work is generally of a positive nature.