Assistant/Floater for Infant through Prekindergarten

Join our team at the Nestlé Purina Child Development Center, a NAEYC-accredited early childhood center on Purina’s campus in downtown St. Louis. We offer a collaborative and supportive work environment, with access to on-site amenities and benefits. As an assistant/floater teacher, you will play a vital role in supporting our infant to prekindergarten classes and helping to create a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment for young children.

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced teacher who brings a passion for early childhood education and a commitment to making a difference in the lives of our students and their families. If you are a creative and nurturing professional who enjoys working with children and families, we encourage you to apply.

• Implement meaningful, hands-on learning activities in one-on-one and group settings, fostering a love of learning in our students.
• Collaborate with Lead Teachers to create and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans that cater to diverse skill levels and interests.
• Design and facilitate engaging math, literacy, and science learning activities that promote oral and written communication.
• Utilize daily mealtimes as opportunities for learning, socialization, and developing essential life skills.
• Assist in maintaining schedules and routines for the children, ensuring a sense of security and stability.
• Promote a positive, respectful, and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes positive redirection and social responsibility.
• Build trust and strong relationships with the children and families we serve, providing individualized support and guidance.
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding their child's daily experiences and progress.
• Maintain a safe, healthy, and organized classroom environment by adhering to all center health and safety guidelines and rules.
• Exemplify high standards of professionalism and ethics in all aspects of your work.

• · 1 year of experience working in early childhood
• High School diploma or Equivalent

• CDA Certification
• · Associate’s degree or higher in Education or related field

• Health, Vision, and Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off + Holidays (including extended days off at end of year)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Yearly Bonuses
• Access to Nestlé Purina’s campus and amenities (walking trails, Starbucks, Full-Service Cafeteria, and The Store (+Discount)