Lead and Assistant Teacher

Are you one of those teachers with a heart as big as the sun and a passion as strong as a hurricane? If that's you, then you gotta check out Happy Faces! We've got the coolest school in town, We work hard but we know how to have fun! We are a small company with a family feel and an owner who cares about her people. We are looking for teachers who want to join our family and rise up in the ECE field. It's not just a job, it's a lifestyle!

Education:

• Associate degree in early childhood education (or early childhood development (Required)
• The ideal candidate meets the following requirements:

· THE DESIRE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE in the lives of others

· Able to stand for long periods of time, frequently walking, sitting on the floor, and playing with children, being able to lift up to a 40 lb child in an emergency situation. You must be able to get up off the floor and stand up quickly. This is a physically ACTIVE role.

· A loving demeanor with children!

We hire for ATTITUDE, not necessarily aptitude. We will train you to excel in a childcare environment if you have the passion to do so! So even if you don t meet all the requirements listed above, still consider applying if you re a bright, motivated, loving, positive person who wants to be a part of a winning team and make a difference in the lives of children and families.

WHAT WE OFFER: A Highly-Competitive Compensation Package and Benefits including:

· Paid Holidays

· Paid Birthday Holiday

· Wellness and relaxation Leave

· Free Major Medical Insurance (Not just the crappy basic stuff)

· Educational Training and Assistance

· Advancement and promotional opportunities

· Fun and rewarding work environment.

· 401(k)

· Dental Insurance (United Concordia)

· Health insurance

· Free $25,000 Life insurance policy for yourself

· Paid time off

· Vision Insurance (VSP)

· Staff Parties/Events and field trips (We take care of you)

· Trivia and other contest for cash prizes

· Small Business with a corporate feel

· An owner who cares about her people

Schedule:

8-hour shift

Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

Washington, DC 20018: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Work Location: In person