Support Teacher
Full Time • Arlington, TX - 801 Potomac Pkwy
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
A support teacher in a child care center plays a flexible, assisting role to ensure classrooms run smoothly and children are well cared for. Their duties often include:
1. Assisting Lead Teachers
- Help implement lesson plans and daily activities
- Support classroom management and transitions (meals, naps, playtime)
- Step in when the lead teacher is unavailable
2. Supervising Children
- Ensure children’s safety at all times
- Monitor behavior and guide positive interactions
- Assist with conflict resolution and emotional support
3. Providing Basic Care
- Help with feeding, diapering, and toileting
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards
- Assist children with dressing and personal needs
4. Preparing the Environment
- Set up and clean up activities and learning materials
- Organize toys, supplies, and classroom areas
- Ensure the environment is safe and engaging
5. Supporting Development
- Encourage social, emotional, and cognitive growth
- Engage children in play, reading, and hands-on activities
- Observe and report children’s progress or concerns
6. Communication
- Share updates with lead teachers and staff
- Occasionally interact with parents (greetings, basic updates)
7. Flexibility
- Float between classrooms as needed
- Cover breaks and staff absences
- Assist during busy times or special activities
Overall, a support teacher helps create a safe, nurturing, and organized environment while backing up the lead teacher and meeting the needs of the children.
Compensation: $14.50 per hour
The Learning Experience
At The Learning Experience, we make early education joyful, engaging and fun so children are happy to learn, play and grow.
Our curriculum focuses on the six ages and stages of early childhood development and engages children in hands-on learning activities that encourage them to explore and solve problems at their own rate of development. This forms a foundation for kids to Learn, Play and Grow under the care of our nurturing teachers and staff.
At TLE®, we’ve created a full cast of characters that become our little learners’ educators, partners and friends through their preschool education journey. Each character has a unique personality and area of interest and brings learning to life by allowing children to explore the world through fun and imagination.
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The Learning Experience Corporate.
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Living TLE®’s mission and values every day
Our mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of a child, their families, and the communities we serve.We achieve this mission through three core values: an Innovative Mindset, a Collaborative Spirit, and Community Impact.
TLE® Center job opportunities
The enthusiasm, commitment and care from our people is what makes TLE® the best place to work in early childhood education. Your talents will shine in our Centers. They’re great places to pursue your passion for teaching, daycare and providing quality early childhood education.
See for yourself what makes TLE® Centers special
Step inside a TLE Center and see how we’ve designed and built every classroom to ensure our little learners and staff are safe and supported.