Assistant Teacher; Oak Ridge, TN

Overview

Assistant Teacher – Early Learning Center

As an Assistant Teacher at the Early Learning Center, you support lead teachers in planning and implementing classroom activities, supervise children to ensure safety, assist with personal care needs (diapering, feeding, toileting), maintain a clean and engaging learning environment, encourage positive behaviors, and document each child’s daily experiences and developmental progress. You play a vital role in creating a nurturing, inclusive space where every child is supported and celebrated.

• Support lead teachers in planning and implementing classroom activities
• Supervise children to ensure safety
• Assist with personal care needs (diapering, feeding, toileting)
• Maintain a clean, engaging learning environment
• Encourage positive behaviors and inclusive practices
• Document each child’s daily experiences and developmental progress

• Pay: $15.00 – $17.00 per hour (based on experience)
• Hours:
  
  Full-time (Mon - Fri)
• Benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off (PTO), Retirement Plan, and more
• Additional benefits may include:
  Pay on Demand options, 401(k) plan, holiday pay, and wellness programs

The Early Learning Center and Little Learning Lab at Emory Valley Center in Oak Ridge, TN, provide a nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating environment for young children to grow, explore, and thrive. Programs support early development through hands-on learning, individualized attention, and evidence-based practices.

Emory Valley Center in Oak Ridge, TN serves adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). For over 70 years, we’ve helped individuals achieve greater independence, connect with communities, and reach personal goals. We value a supportive, inspiring workplace where every team member can contribute meaningfully.

• Attractive compensation with a comprehensive benefits package for full-time team members
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Strong supervisor support and opportunities for internal mobility and career advancement
• Learning and development to support your growth
• Wellness and benefits program, including life insurance, EAP, gym membership, and more

If you’re eager to contribute in a Floater position or want to learn more about Emory Valley Center, apply using the provided links or contact HR at HR.

Note:

Emory Valley is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Center to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.