Overview
Join our vibrant early childhood education team as a PreK Assistant Teacher, where your enthusiasm and dedication will help shape the foundational years of young learners. In this role, you will support lead teachers in creating a nurturing, engaging, and educational environment for preschool children. Your energy and compassion will foster a love of learning, promote social-emotional development, and ensure each child's individual needs are met with care and professionalism. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children’s early development while gaining valuable classroom experience.
Duties
- Assist lead teachers in implementing daily lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards such as Montessori or other early childhood education frameworks
- Support classroom management by encouraging positive behavior and helping children develop social skills
- Engage children in literacy, math, and other foundational learning activities tailored to their developmental levels
- Help create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment conducive to active exploration and learning
- Provide individualized attention to children with special needs or disabilities, including those with autism or behavioral challenges
- Support routine childcare activities such as diapering, feeding, nap time, and outdoor play
- Communicate effectively with parents and guardians about children's progress and classroom activities to foster strong home-school connections
Experience
- Prior experience working with young children in daycare, preschool, or private school settings is highly preferred
- Familiarity with early childhood development principles, including behavior management techniques and classroom management strategies
- Experience in lesson planning and curriculum development for preschool-aged children
- Knowledge of literacy education, math concepts, and basic childcare practices for toddlers and preschoolers
- Working knowledge of special education practices or working with individuals with disabilities is a plus
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with children of diverse backgrounds and needs
- Strong communication skills to collaborate with team members, parents, and specialists effectively
Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of young learners! This paid position offers a vibrant and supportive work environment where your passion for early childhood education can thrive while positively impacting the growth and success of the next generation. We offer competitive benefits, including an annual bonus on your work anniversary, a BSK wage boost bonus of $2,080 for full-time staff, and an annual salary increment.
Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
