Job Description

Assistant Teacher -- Grand Prairie, TX

Your role

As an Assistant Teacher at Child Development Schools, you will help create a classroom filled with discovery, creativity, learning, and joy. Working alongside your Lead Teacher, you will support young learners through meaningful experiences that encourage curiosity, confidence, kindness, and growth. From hands-on activities and storytelling to everyday learning moments, you will help shape a warm and welcoming environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to explore the world around them.

You will serve as a trusted partner to families, a positive role model for children, and an important part of our collaborative teaching team dedicated to making early childhood education engaging, nurturing, safe, and fun.

What your day looks like:

• Support the Lead Teacher in delivering age-appropriate lessons and activities for the classroom

• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom that meets licensing and ratio requirements

• Engage directly with children during activities, meals, transitions, and outdoor time

• Observe children and share developmental notes with the Lead Teacher

• Build relationships with families through warm, consistent daily communication

• Assist with classroom documentation including attendance and daily reports

Pay and benefits

Pay: $12-$14.00 per hour, based on experience and education.

Full-time employees receive:

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability

• 401(k)

• 9 company-paid holidays and 8 days of PTO

• 50% tuition discount for your own children enrolled at a CDS center

• Up to $5,250 in annual tuition reimbursement for continued education

• Access to PerkSpot for discounts on major brands and services

• Coaching, mentoring, and ongoing professional development

Qualifications

Requirements

• At least 18 years old
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to pass a background check
• Genuine care for children and a commitment to their safety and well-being
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with families
• Physical ability to meet the demands of working with young children