Early Childhood Teaching Assistant, Float

Kennedy Krieger Institute • Baltimore, MD

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About The Position

The Early Childhood Teaching Assistant, Float supports the supervising teacher in implementing instructional and assessment activities. The role uses academic, social-emotional, and behavioral strategies to promote student engagement and success, while helping maintain a positive, safe, and structured classroom environment. The assistant supports instruction, supervision, classroom management, behavioral protocols, curricular and extracurricular activities, and classroom operations. Additional duties include professional communication in accordance with program guidelines, participation in training and professional development, integrating technology into classroom activities, administrative support, and assisting with meal preparation and food service in compliance with health and safety standards.

The Early Learning Classrooms at Kennedy Krieger provide comprehensive, family-centered education for children ages 3 to 5. Located in the Windsor Mill area of western Baltimore County, the classrooms offer an inclusive environment for typically developing and neurodiverse children to learn together.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must possess and maintain CPR certification.
• Must possess or be eligible to obtain the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) 90-Hour Preschool Training Certification (Infant/Toddler, Preschool, or School-Age) within 30 days of hire. The certification consists of 45 hours in Child Growth and Development and 45 hours in Curriculum, Methods, and Materials.
• Alternatively, must possess and maintain Child Development Associate (CDA) credentials with preschool designation by 7/1/2027, or earn an associate’s degree in early childhood education or child development by 7/1/2027.
• Must possess and maintain ServSafe Food Handler Certification or equivalent within the program’s specified timeframe following hire.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Previous experience working in a preschool setting required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting food service or meal preparation in a structured setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the PreK Lead Teacher with implementation, instruction, and assessment activities using academic, social-emotional, and behavioral strategies.
• Support classroom operations and instructional delivery by completing duties assigned by supervising teachers and program leadership.
• Provide instruction, supervision, classroom management support, and coverage under the direction of the supervising teacher.
• Help maintain a positive, safe, and structured learning environment.
• Implement behavioral protocols and classroom assignments during instructional and non-instructional times.
• Use instructional and non-instructional time effectively and professionally while following program and administrative guidelines.
• Assist with meal preparation, food distribution, and food service operations in compliance with health, safety, and sanitation guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of food preparation and service areas and follow proper food handling, storage, and sanitation procedures.
• Participate in and contribute to staff meetings, in-service training, and professional development activities.
• Support and help facilitate curricular and extracurricular activities that promote student life, engagement, and a positive school culture.
• Assist with integrating technology into instruction and classroom activities as directed by the supervising teacher and program requirements.
• Perform administrative support duties and operational tasks as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED