Preschool/Pre-K Teacher Assistant
About The Position
The Preschool/Pre-K Teacher Assistant supports daily classroom activities and the implementation of Cadence Education programs under the direction of the School Director and classroom leadership, such as a Lead Teacher or Teacher. The role helps maintain a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment that supports children’s physical, social, emotional, developmental, and behavioral needs, including the needs of children with IEPs, while meeting safety and licensing requirements. The assistant works collaboratively with classroom staff, supports developmentally appropriate curriculum and Cadence Signature Programs, and communicates professionally with children’s families, coworkers, and leadership. The position requires schedule flexibility because schedules and daily start and end times may vary according to enrollment, staffing ratios, and operational needs. Shifts are not guaranteed to be eight hours. Required meetings, training, and professional development may take place outside regularly scheduled work hours.
Requirements
- Meet the minimum experience and education requirements for the state of employment.
- Meet all state licensing qualifications for a Teacher Assistant in a licensed childcare center.
- Be able to obtain and maintain required background clearances and health screenings.
- Consistently follow safety procedures, including Name-to-Face accountability, food allergy processes, bottle-feeding procedures, and Safe Sleep practices.
- Work collaboratively as part of a classroom team.
- Read, write, and speak effectively in English.
- Be flexible with schedules, which may vary based on enrollment, staffing ratios, and operational needs; shifts are not guaranteed to be eight hours, and start and end times may vary.
Nice To Haves
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field; preferred but not required if state licensing requirements are met.
- Prior early childhood or classroom experience.
- CDA credential; preferred but not required if state requirements are satisfied.
Responsibilities
- Support a positive, respectful classroom environment in which each child is treated with care, dignity, and respect.
- Greet children and families daily and help build welcoming, professional relationships.
- Recognize and respond to individual developmental, behavioral, cultural, and learning needs, including following IEPs and behavioral support plans as directed.
- Support classroom staff in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum and Cadence Signature Programs.
- Communicate professionally and respectfully with families, coworkers, and leadership using Cadence-approved tools.
- Follow the Cadence Education Safety and Supervision Manual, including documenting and reporting accidents and incidents according to policy.
- Assist with managing, documenting, and reporting escalated child behaviors according to Cadence procedures.
- Follow policies and procedures outlined in the Cadence Education Employee Handbook.
- Participate in required meetings, training, and professional development, which may occur outside regularly scheduled work hours.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay of $16.00–$20.00, based on education and experience.
- On-demand pay through UKG Wallet.
- 50% childcare tuition discount.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Medical insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Life insurance, including company-paid life insurance.
- Disability insurance.
- Pet insurance.
- Paid time off that grows with seniority.
- Paid holidays.
- Paid CDA.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Professional development.
- Supportive team and a culture that champions work-life balance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
