Bilingual Preschool Teacher Assistant (Spanish Immersion)
Banana Fana Preschool
Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
Pay: $32.44+ per hour, depending on education, qualifications, and experience.
About Banana Fana Preschool
At Banana Fana Preschool, children learn through meaningful, hands-on experiences while immersed in the Spanish language. Our balanced curriculum blends play-based learning, structured instruction, and creative exploration to support each child's emotional, social, intellectual, and physical development.
Through engaging teacher-guided activities and child-led discovery, children are encouraged to explore, ask questions, solve problems, and build confidence while developing age-appropriate academic, language, and social-emotional skills. Our teachers create a nurturing environment where children are free to make choices, pursue their interests, and develop a lifelong love of learning.
We partner closely with families to help every child become independent, responsible, and confident—preparing them not only for kindergarten, but for a lifetime of learning and success.
We are seeking a passionate, caring, and dependable Bilingual Teacher Assistant who is fluent in Spanish and enjoys building meaningful relationships with young children, collaborating with fellow educators, and creating a nurturing, engaging classroom environment.
Responsibilities
As a Teacher Assistant, you will:
- Assist the Lead Teacher with daily classroom activities and routines.
- Speak Spanish 100% of the time with children to support our Spanish immersion program.
- Provide nurturing care, including feeding, diapering, toileting, and supporting nap time as needed.
- Maintain warm and meaningful interactions with children following best practices.
- Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment.
- Participate in classroom housekeeping and maintenance as part of the daily routine.
- Support the planning and implementation of emergent, play-based curriculum based on children's interests and developmental needs.
- Observe children's growth and development and document observations.
- Take a minimum of five photos daily (including group and individual photos) for family communication and documentation.
- Collaborate with teachers, families, and staff to provide exceptional care and learning experiences for every child.
Qualifications
Required:
- Fluency in Spanish
- Minimum of 6 Early Childhood Education (ECE) units
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and actively participate in classroom and outdoor activities
- Ability to bend, kneel, sit on the floor, and stand for extended periods
- TB Clearance and current health screening
- Proof of required immunizations
- Background check and fingerprint clearance (as required by state licensing)
- Child Mandated Reporter certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Reliable, punctual, and dependable
Preferred:
- 12 Core Early Childhood Education (ECE) units
- At least 1 year of experience teaching preschool-aged children.
- CPR and First Aid Certification
- Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification
- Knowledge of child development and positive guidance techniques
- Experience supporting children with diverse learning needs
Education
● High school or equivalent
● College degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or a related field (preferred)
Benefits
Eligible employees may receive:
- Health, medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan with 3–5% employer matching
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Professional growth opportunities
Why Join Banana Fana Preschool?
At Banana Fana Preschool, you’ll become part of a collaborative teaching team dedicated to providing a nurturing Spanish immersion education where children learn, explore, and grow through meaningful relationships and hands-on experiences.
If you are passionate about early childhood education, Spanish immersion, and making a positive impact in children's lives, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and help make a lasting impact on the lives of young children.
Pay: $32.44 - $34.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
