Children & Families of Iowa is listed as one of the top influential non-profit organizations! We have a variety of support systems for the children and their families in place, including a behavioral health therapist for the childcare center children, physical and occupational therapy and learning models to assist children with success in school, we are much more than the normal childcare center program.

Minimum starting pay $15.00/hour

Assistant Childcare Teacher Job Summary:

This is an opportunity to work towards a great career in the field gaining experience in working with children who need specific services to increase their chances for success in life. Join a team of passionate and dedicated people who care about the needs of children within our community.

We are seeking qualified people to work under the general direction of the Child Care Center Program. We are especially interested in those that have or are willing to obtain within 18 months of hire, their Child Development Associate Credential (CDA). If you are bi-lingual, that is a plus!

Childcare Teacher Example of Responsibilities:

• Assist with planning and implementing educational/socialization programs for assigned groups of children, including those with special needs and who may have experienced trauma.
• Develop a relationship with the children that ensures monitoring and support of individual progress toward goals, helps identify problems which prevent progress, helps identify solutions to those problems; helps provide necessary client support and direction in implementing solutions to identified problems.
• Implement age-appropriate lesson plans on a timely basis incorporating field trips, individual observations, and creativity with a willingness to assist with new ideas.
• Attend to personal, social-emotional and physical needs of children.
• Master and child management techniques that promote child safety and well-being

For more information, visit our website at www.cfiowa.org

Children & Families of Iowa does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, identity, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, age, religion, veteran status, political belief, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum of a high school diploma or GED required, with experience in a professional childcare center, and have or can obtain the CDA. Associates Degree (AA) in Early Childhood education preferred or in the process of obtaining one. For our Early Head Start rooms (6 weeks-36 months): Child Development Associate (CDA) Degree with Infant/Toddler coursework required (or willingness to sign contract to obtain).