Afternoon Assistant Teacher
Full Time • Gurnee
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Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
Part-Time Assistant Teacher (Afternoon Support) – Daycare & Preschool
Location: The Learning Experience – Gurnee, IL
Pay: $18 - $19.25 (based on experience)
Schedule: Part-Time | 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM (flexible)
Location: The Learning Experience – Gurnee, IL
Pay: $18 - $19.25 (based on experience)
Schedule: Part-Time | 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM (flexible)
About The Role The Learning Experience – Gurnee is seeking a dependable Part-Time Assistant Teacher to support classrooms during our busy afternoon and closing period. This role helps ensure a smooth, calm end to each child's day while maintaining safe ratios and a welcoming environment for families at pick-up.
This position is ideal for someone looking for consistent afternoon hours in a supportive early childhood setting — perfect for students or those with morning commitments. Additional hours may be available if desired, including occasional opening support.
What You'll Do
- Support teachers during afternoon activities, transitions, and pick-up routines
- Help maintain safe classroom ratios across infant, toddler, and preschool rooms
- Assist with snack, outdoor play, and closing classroom procedures
- Create a warm, welcoming experience for children and families at pick-up
- Help maintain clean, organized classrooms at end of day
- Follow all health, safety, and licensing standards
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- Experience working with children in a daycare or preschool setting preferred
- ECE coursework or CDA a plus
- Reliable, flexible, and team-oriented
- Must meet Illinois childcare licensing requirements
Why Join Us
- Consistent part-time weekday schedule — ideal for students or those with morning commitments
- Supportive leadership and team environment
- Opportunity to grow into additional classroom hours if desired
- Employee childcare discount eligibility
Apply Today Join The Learning Experience – Gurnee and help create a calm, positive end to each child's school day.
Compensation: $18.00 - $19.25 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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