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What is the difference between Early Learning Assistant vs Preschool Teacher?

AspectEarly Learning AssistantPreschool Teacher
CredentialsChildcare or early childhood education certifications, sometimes high school diplomaEarly childhood education degree or certification, often required
Work EnvironmentChildcare centers, preschools, daycare facilitiesPreschools, early childhood education centers, private or public schools
Employer & IndustryChildcare providers, daycare centers, early learning programsPreschools, early childhood education institutions, public school districts
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Early Learning Assistants support young children in early childhood settings, focusing on basic care and developmental activities. Preschool Teachers typically have more formal education credentials and lead structured learning activities. While both roles work in early childhood environments, Preschool Teachers often have greater responsibilities in curriculum planning and instruction.

What are the main duties and responsibilities of an early learning assistant?

An early learning assistant supports preschool or early elementary children by helping with classroom activities, supervising children, and assisting teachers with lesson preparation. They ensure a safe, engaging environment and may help with basic caregiving tasks, often requiring good communication skills and patience. Responsibilities also include maintaining a clean classroom and supporting children's social and emotional development.

What does an early learning assistant do?

An early learning assistant supports preschool or early elementary students by helping with classroom activities, supervising children, and assisting teachers with lesson preparation. They often work in educational settings such as preschools or daycare centers and may need basic certifications or background checks. Their role focuses on fostering a safe, engaging environment for young children's development.
Infographic showing various Early Learning Assistant job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution.

ELC Administrative Assistant

Lynchburg, VA • On-site

Thomas Road Ministries & LCA
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$17.50 - $23.75/hr

Other

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

ELC Administrative Assistant
Department: Early Learning Center
Reports To: Director of the Early Learning Center
MISSION: Liberty Christian Academy exists to support parents and guardians in their biblical responsibility to nurture and train their children. Thus, LCA provides opportunities which allow students to realize their God-given potential and to live lives that glorify God in the spiritual, academic, social, physical, and vocational realms.
POSITION SUMMARY: Management of the Early Learning Center office, handling of various accounting and attendance responsibilities and other duties as necessary.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Must be a Christ-follower
  • Four-year college degree encouraged, but not required
  • High-school diploma required
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Experience in early childhood education office preferred
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills and problem-solving ability
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
STUDENT RECORDS MAINTENANCE
  • Contract/Application Filing
  • Schedule family tours and entrance interviews
  • Class/Student Schedule Changes
  • Withdrawals
  • Collecting required student documentation
  • Maintain and update changes in FACTS
  • File Purging of ELC Graduates Yearly
GREETING/HELPING PARENTS, STUDENTS, AND VISITORS
  • Create, maintain and assist families with family FACTS accounts
  • General Questions
GENERAL OFFICE DUTIES
  • Answering Phones
  • Correspondence
  • Filing
  • Copying
  • Teacher Support (calling parents re: sick children, copies, messages, filing, etc.)
  • Maintain emails lists for individual classrooms and ELC
  • Scheduling transportation requests
  • Master Calendar for room requests and set-up
  • Inventory office supplies and place order as needed
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
  • Manage Petty Cash
  • Requisition Funds as Needed
  • Create purchase orders
  • Collect and reconcile receipts from ELC purchases.
LUNCH PROGRAM
  • Assist parents with the ordering process
  • Contact cafeteria personnel with updates
  • Gather and distribute lunches
HUMAN RESOURCES
  • Monitor ADP leave requests and follow-up on Ready Sub for securing substitute teachers
  • Contact and schedule substitute teachers as needed
  • Track snow days/early departure days for ELC staff
MEDICAL/MEDICATIONS
  • Assist with gathering medications and medication consent forms from families
  • Assist with administering medications and maintaining medication logs
  • Assist with ill students brought to ELC office

EVALUATION: The ELC Administrative Assistant will be evaluated by the Director/Asst. Director of the ELC each year. This evaluation will be based on the functions and responsibilities outlined in this job description.

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