Preschool Teacher Assistant

Summary

Preschool Teacher Assistant (Part-Time)

Future Leaders of Excellence is looking for a dependable and enthusiastic Teacher Assistant to support our classroom team in providing a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment for young children. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working with children, thrives in a team setting, and is committed to supporting early learning and development.

As a Teacher Assistant, you will work closely with the Lead Teacher and Director to help deliver a structured and high-quality educational experience. You will assist with daily classroom activities, help maintain organization and cleanliness, and contribute to building positive relationships with both children and families.

Duties

Position Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of lesson plans and classroom activities that encourage participation and engagement.
• Assist in creating a welcoming, safe, and well-organized classroom environment.
• Interact with children throughout the day to promote learning, social development, and positive behavior.
• Help monitor and maintain classroom materials, ensuring they are clean, accessible, and in good condition.
• Communicate with parents through daily conversations and assist in sharing updates on children’s progress.
• Encourage independence, self-care skills, and proper hygiene through modeling and guidance.
• Assist with daily routines, including transitions between activities and arrival/departure times.
• Follow all center policies, procedures, and state licensing requirements.
• Support documentation of children’s development and classroom observations as directed.
• Participate in ongoing training and development to enhance job performance and classroom quality.

Requirements

Requirements

• Infant and Child CPR/First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain within a specified timeframe).
• Successful completion of a full background check and required health screening.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, along with basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and contribute to a positive team environment.
• General understanding of early childhood development principles.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Energetic, dependable, and able to engage actively with young children throughout the day.
• Demonstrates patience, creativity, and a genuine interest in working with children.

Nice To Haves

Education

• A Child Development Associate (CDA), Technical Certificate (TCC), or an Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is preferred. A Bachelor’s degree may also be considered. Relevant experience may be accepted in place of formal education.

Benefits

Benefits

• Prepaid Legal Services (available after 90 days)
• Vision Insurance (available after 90 days)
• Paid Professional Development Opportunities
• Paid Vacation (eligibility after one year)
• Flexible Scheduling Options