Summary

Job Title: Assistant Nursery/Toddler Teacher - Part Time Location: APPLE Academy Schedule: Monday–Friday | Between 7:20 AM – 5:45 PM (flexible hours required)

Position Overview: We are looking for a compassionate and energetic Nursery Teacher Assistant to join our team of early childhood professionals. In this role, you'll play a vital part in creating a warm, welcoming environment where our youngest learners—infants, toddlers, and two-year-olds—feel safe, nurtured, and inspired to explore the world around them. The ideal candidate is someone who is not only passionate about working with young children but also understands the importance of early learning foundations, classroom collaboration, and thoughtful care.

What You’ll Do: Support lead teachers in supervising and ensuring the safety and well-being of all children Engage infants, toddlers, and two-year-olds in age-appropriate, stimulating activities that support cognitive, emotional, and physical development Build trusting, communicative relationships with families, offering updates and insights into their child’s growth and daily experiences Maintain a clean, organized, and enriching classroom environment Respond appropriately to the needs of children, including basic care and first aid as needed Collaborate with teaching staff to support curriculum goals and classroom routines Uphold all health, safety, and licensing standards

What We’re Looking For: A genuine love for children and a nurturing, patient demeanor Previous experience in a childcare or early education setting (preferred) Familiarity with early childhood development principles and practices Strong communication and teamwork skills First Aid/CPR certification (preferred, or willingness to obtain) Dependable, flexible, and eager to grow within a supportive educational environment

Our Commitment: At APPLE Academy, we believe that meaningful relationships are the heart of great childcare. We are committed to fostering a supportive workplace where every team member plays a role in shaping a child’s early learning journey. If you thrive in a collaborative setting and are ready to help infants, toddlers, and two-year-olds grow, learn, and flourish—this is the place for you.

Duties

What You’ll Do: Support lead teachers in supervising and ensuring the safety and well-being of all children Engage infants, toddlers, and two-year-olds in age-appropriate, stimulating activities that support cognitive, emotional, and physical development Build trusting, communicative relationships with families, offering updates and insights into their child’s growth and daily experiences Maintain a clean, organized, and enriching classroom environment Respond appropriately to the needs of children, including basic care and first aid as needed Collaborate with teaching staff to support curriculum goals and classroom routines Uphold all health, safety, and licensing standards

Requirements

What We’re Looking For: A genuine love for children and a nurturing, patient demeanor Previous experience in a childcare or early education setting (preferred) Familiarity with early childhood development principles and practices Strong communication and teamwork skills First Aid/CPR certification (preferred, or willingness to obtain) Dependable, flexible, and eager to grow within a supportive educational environment