Afternoon Classroom Assistant

Company: Little Endeavors Child Development Center
Location: Ankeny
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description We are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable person who would like to teach and care for young children! Shifts available 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm Monday through Friday 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm Monday through Friday No weekends or holidays! Pay: $13 an hour, depending on experience TEACHING Assist in planning and implementing age-appropriate curriculum. General everyday cleanup after activities and snack and complete cleanup check list at the end of the night. Treat children with compassion, dignity and respect. Communicate in a professional manner with parent, staff and management. Establish a positive image as a role model for our children and families. Responsible for a nightly chore around the center and help on assigned laundry day. Dress in a professional service manner. Follows all Little Endeavors policies. Respect the policy of the children and family's confidentiality. CO-WORKERS Strive to assume a fair share of work. Is tactful with negative information. Maintain communication with morning staff. Maintain communication with the director. Approach criticism with a learning attitude. Come to work with a positive attitude. Is friendly and respectful. Looks for ways to be helpful around the center. Is flexible when needed around the center by the director. Communicates directly, avoids gossip. ADMINISTRATION Reliable in attendance On-time Gives ample notice for absence Careful and conscientious in performance of duties; including the use of positive words and actions towards children, parents, and staff Be nurturing to all children throughout the center. Be courteous and helpful when dealing with children and their parents Responsible in job duties Flexible with assignments Remains calm in tense situations Maintains a positive attitude Follows policies and procedures Completes all DHS requirements on trainings, background checks and physical in a timely manner after being hired or annually. hc58924

Keywords: Little Endeavors Child Development Center, Waterloo , Afternoon Classroom Assistant, Education / Teaching , Ankeny, Iowa