Preschool Teacher Assistant

Lil Explorers • Andover, MN

8d • $14 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

The Preschool 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 the 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 ensuring safety and licensing compliance.

The assistant contributes to a positive and respectful classroom, builds welcoming relationships with children and families, supports developmentally appropriate curriculum, and communicates professionally with families, coworkers, and leadership. Schedules may vary according to enrollment, staffing ratios, and operational needs; eight-hour shifts and specific daily start and end times are not guaranteed. Required meetings, training, and professional development may take place outside regularly scheduled work hours.

Requirements

• Meet minimum experience and education requirements for the state of employment.
• Meet all state licensing qualifications for a Teacher Assistant in a licensed childcare center.
• 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.

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 and respectful classroom environment where each child is treated with care, dignity, and respect.
• Greet children and families daily and help build professional, welcoming relationships.
• Recognize and respond to individual developmental, behavioral, cultural, and learning needs, including following IEPs and behavioral support plans as directed.
• Support classroom staff with 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 in accordance with Cadence procedures.
• Adhere to Cadence Education policies and procedures outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Participate in required meetings, trainings, and professional development, which may occur outside regularly scheduled work hours.

Benefits

• Hourly pay of $14–$18.
• On-demand pay through UKG Wallet.
• 50% childcare tuition discount.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and pet insurance.
• Paid time off that grows with seniority.
• Paid holidays.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Paid CDA.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Professional development.
• Supportive team culture that champions work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed