Top 542 Preschool teacher assistant Jobs in New Jersey

Head Teacher (Lead Infant Teacher – 2–3+ Years Experience Required)
three little birds, LLC —Jersey City, NJ
- $55,000 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Google Workspace
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Certified Preschool/PreK Teacher
Lightbridge Academy —Somerset, NJ
- $55,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
- Paid time off
- 401(k) matching
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Head Teacher (Lead PreK Teacher – 2–3+ Years Experience Required)
three little birds, LLC —Jersey City, NJ
- $55,000 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Stafford District Satellite Program Teacher Assistant
Happy Days Preschool —Manahawkin, NJ
- $18.00 - $19.25 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Preschool
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Preschool Teacher: Lead & Assistant, Full Time & After School
Lily Pond Country Day School —River Vale, NJ
- $16.50 - $17.00 an hour
- Part-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Teacher Assistant (Pre-K)
East Orange School District —East Orange, NJ
- Preschool
- Entry level
Preschool Paraprofessional
New Brunswick Public Schools —New Brunswick, NJ
- $28,534 - $46,430 a year
- Preschool
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Preschool Classroom Aides
Evesham Township School District —Marlton, NJ
- $20.24 an hour
- Classroom
- High school diploma or GED
- Preschool
Toddler Lead Teacher Full Time
Lightbridge Academy —Bayonne, NJ
- $17 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Teaching Certification
- Experience working with children
- Mentoring
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Teacher Assistant Part Time (3pm-6pm)
The Haven Collection —Gladstone, NJ
- $15 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Serving
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Behavioral/One-on-One Aides
Kingsway Learning Center —Voorhees, NJ
- $105.50 - $137.61 a day
- Full-time
- Applied behavior analysis
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Teacher/Assistant Teacher
Sowing Seed School —Weehawken, NJ
- From $17 an hour
- Email
- Childcare
- Customer service
- Teaching Certification
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Teacher Toddler and Preschool- SIGN ON BONUS
Apple Montessori Schools —East Windsor, NJ
- $40,000 - $48,000 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Classroom
- Preschool
- Bachelor's degree
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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Teacher
Tiny Steps Learning Center (New Jersey) —Paterson, NJ
- $18.50 - $22.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
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Infant Assistant Teacher Needed
Lightbridge Academy —Mountain Lakes, NJ
- $15.50 - $16.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Childcare
- English
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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Assistant Preschool Teacher
Wise Owl Learning Center —Kinnelon, NJ
- $16 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Childcare
- Preschool
- Paid time off
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Preschool Teacher
Unified Vailsburg Services Organization —Newark, NJ
- $62,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- School experience
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- COVID-19 protective measures
- Health insurance
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Assistant Teacher (Early Childhood)
Lightbridge Academy —Summit, NJ
- From $17 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Childcare
- Teaching Certification
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Teacher Preschool
Apple Montessori Schools —Warren, NJ
- $40,000 - $48,000 a year
- Classroom
- Preschool
- Bachelor's degree
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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Childcare Staff
KIDACADEMY LEARNING CENTER —Williamstown, NJ
- $19.00 - $19.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Childcare
- Experience working with children
- Preschool
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Head Teacher (Lead Infant Teacher – 2–3+ Years Experience Required)

three little birds, LLC
Jersey City, NJ

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Job Details

Full-time
$55,000 - $60,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Paid time off
Employee discount

Qualifications

Teamwork
Interpersonal skills
Bachelor's degree
Attention to detail
Organizational skills
Cleaning
Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods)

Full Job Description

Head Teacher (Infants) – Jersey City

three little birds is seeking an experienced, nurturing, and highly organized Head Infant Teacher to lead our infant classroom within our Reggio-inspired, play-based early childhood program.

We are located in a beautiful, newly designed space in the Bergen-Lafayette neighborhood of Jersey City, just blocks from Liberty State Park. As our school continues to grow, we are building a team of educators who are not only warm and responsive caregivers, but strong classroom leaders who take pride in maintaining high standards for children, families, and their classroom environment.

This is not a traditional daycare role. We are a professional early childhood program with high expectations for quality, communication, organization, and child-centered care.

About the Role

Our Head Infant Teacher serves as the leader of the infant classroom, creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where babies can thrive.

This role requires someone who understands infant development deeply while also maintaining strong classroom systems, health and safety practices, organization, documentation, and communication with families.

We are looking for an educator who can balance responsive caregiving with professionalism, consistency, and leadership. This position is ideal for someone seeking a long-term leadership role within a growing school community.

What You'll Do

Classroom Leadership & Environment

Lead and manage all aspects of the infant classroom
Create a calm, nurturing, responsive environment that supports each child's development
Maintain consistent classroom routines and systems
Ensure the classroom is clean, organized, fully stocked, and prepared each day
Create engaging sensory experiences, invitations to explore, and developmentally appropriate activities
Guide and support assistant teachers while maintaining a positive and professional team culture
Collaborate with leadership to maintain consistency and quality across the program

Infant Development & Curriculum

Support infants' cognitive, physical, social, emotional, and language development through responsive caregiving and intentional interactions
Observe children's interests and developmental progress to plan meaningful experiences
Design developmentally appropriate sensory, art, music, movement, and exploration opportunities
Foster secure attachments and trusting relationships with each child
Create an environment that encourages curiosity, exploration, and independence

Health, Safety & Licensing Compliance

Ensure all health, safety, and licensing requirements are consistently followed
Maintain accurate feeding, diapering, sleep, and daily care records
Monitor classroom supplies, children's belongings, and individual care needs
Follow safe sleep practices, sanitation procedures, food handling guidelines, and diapering protocols
Maintain organized classroom systems and documentation
Take initiative to identify and address compliance needs before issues arise

Family Partnership & Communication

Build strong, trusting relationships with families
Communicate clearly and professionally with parents regarding their child's day, development, milestones, and needs. Maintain daily communication with families through Brightwheel.

· Create weekly classroom blogs highlighting children's learning experiences

Document children's growth through observations, assessments, and classroom documentation Lead parent-teacher conferences with thoughtfulness and professionalism
Partner with families to support children's growth and development

Professional Growth

Participate in ongoing coaching, reflection, and professional development
Receive and implement feedback with a growth mindset
Contribute positively to a collaborative, supportive school culture

Who This Role Is For

This role is for educators who:

Have a deep understanding of infant development
Are warm, nurturing, and relationship-focused
Take pride in maintaining strong classroom systems and organization
Can lead a team while creating a positive classroom culture
Thrive in structured, high-standard environments
Are dependable, detail-oriented, and proactive
Are committed to continuous growth and learning

Qualifications

2–3+ years of experience leading an infant classroom in a licensed childcare center
Strong knowledge of infant development and best practices
CDA, Associate's Degree, or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education (or related field)
Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills
Experience building positive partnerships with families
Knowledge of New Jersey childcare licensing requirements preferred

· Strong written communication skills

· Comfortable using technology to complete lesson plans, child assessments, classroom documentation, family communication, and digital recordkeeping

· Experience using platforms such as Brightwheel, Google Workspace, or similar childcare management systems preferred

Compensation

$55,000 – $60,000 annually, based on experience

Benefits

Health insurance reimbursement
Paid time off
Employee discount
Professional development opportunities
Growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding program

Our Philosophy

At three little birds, children learn, play, and grow through a play-based curriculum filled with music, movement, art, sensory exploration, and meaningful experiences.

Our classrooms are rooted in a Reggio-inspired approach, where children are viewed as capable, curious learners and teachers serve as thoughtful guides and observers.

We believe even our youngest learners deserve beautiful environments, responsive relationships, and educators who see the magic in everyday moments.

We are building a team of educators who care deeply about their work, their classroom community, and the impact they have on children and families.

Apply if you are ready to:

✔ Lead an infant classroom with confidence and care

✔ Create a safe, nurturing, and organized environment for babies

✔ Be part of a structured, high-quality program

✔ Grow as an educator within a supportive and collaborative team

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: Monday–Friday

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

head teacher : 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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Head Teacher (Lead Infant Teacher – 2–3+ Years Experience Required)

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Head Teacher (Lead PreK Teacher – 2–3+ Years Experience Required)

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