Preschool Teacher Assistant/Substitute

Summary

Join our dynamic team at The Preschool Center! We're currently seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to fill the role of Assistant Teacher Substitute. This position offers the opportunity to support our classroom activities while providing flexibility to cover as a substitute teacher when needed. If you are passionate about working with 3 and 4-year-olds, have a love for teaching, and enjoy fostering a child's development, we want to hear from you.

The position is part-time and dependent on enrollment, with the current need likely being Friday hours, but with the potential for more. We also require flexibility and availability to substitute on other days. As we have plans to grow our school over the next year(s), we're particularly interested in teachers who may wish to increase their hours in the future as enrollment allows.

We're actively searching for a dedicated individual to join us, starting the end of August, and make a positive impact in our preschool. If you're excited to be a part of our team and provide high-quality early childhood education, please submit your resume and a cover letter. We look forward to welcoming a new member who shares our passion for early childhood education.

Duties

• Assist the lead teacher in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities.
• Support children's learning and development through engaging and interactive experiences.
• Foster a positive and nurturing classroom environment conducive to learning and growth.
• Help maintain a safe and clean classroom space for children to thrive.
• Collaborate with the teaching team to create a welcoming and inclusive classroom community.
• Be available to cover as a substitute teacher on days when needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Early Childhood Education coursework or degree preferred.
• Previous experience working with young children in a childcare or preschool setting preferred.
• Passion for working with children and helping them reach their full potential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changing needs and schedules.
• Knowledge of child development and early childhood education best practices.
• -Background check and fingerprinted required
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hiring).

Benefits

-Follows the Region 15 school calendar for days off and weather related issues
-Summers off
-Position is compensated hourly and rate will be determined depending on experience and certification