Preschool Assistant Teacher
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Summary
We are currently looking for a motivated and compassionate individual to join our community as an Assistant Teacher in our 3-5 classroom.
This is a crucial role that will involve supporting both the Lead Teacher and the students. The Assistant Teacher will help create a safe and nurturing environment where every student feels heard, can thrive, and succeed in all areas of their development.
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Duties
Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children
Collaborate with the lead teacher to support students’ needs in all areas - physical, emotional, social, and intellectual
Support the lead teacher in reinforcing classroom agreements and work expectations in a positive manner throughout all parts of the day
Responsible for documenting daily observations of students
Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to school
Requirements
Minimum of 1-2 years of professional child care experience
Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) or 12+ college hours
An understanding of child development
Collaborate closely with the Lead Teacher to cultivate a supportive, responsive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for all students
Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
Must clear full background check and must pass health screening
Benefits
Paid Holidays, School Vacation Days, Wellness Days, and Birthday or 1/2 Birthday
Simple IRA Retirement Plan with 3% matching contributions
HRA (Health Reimbursement Arrangement)
Paid Professional Development, training, and VTAEYC Conference
Montessori and Nature Based training provided
Summers off
Pay Scale for Assistant : $20.00 - $24.00/hr ($35,200yr - $42,240yr)
Starting Date : Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Days : Monday - Friday
Time : 7:30am - 3:30pm
Work Year : Late August to mid June
Type of employment : Full-time/Yearly
- Location:
- Jericho
- Salary:
- $35,200 - $42,240 per year
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Education