Preschool Assistant Teacher

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

The Preschool Assistant Teacher supports daily classroom operations by partnering closely with the Lead Teacher to deliver engaging developmentally appropriate learning experiences. This role plays a critical part in creating a nurturing structured and safety-focused environment that supports childrens social emotional physical and cognitive growth.

In addition to classroom support the Preschool Assistant Teacher contributes to family communication documentation and regulatory compliance in alignment with state local and accrediting agency expectations. When the Lead Teacher is unavailable this position may assume full classroom responsibility.

Core Responsibilities

Classroom Support & Child Supervision (Primary Function approx. 55%)

• Provide continuous active supervision of preschool-aged children to ensure their health safety and well-being at all times
• Support the implementation of daily lesson plans and schedules aligned with developmentally appropriate practice
• Assist with preparing and carrying out hands-on learning activities circle time small group instruction and indoor/outdoor experiences
• Foster a classroom climate that promotes curiosity independence creativity and positive social interactions
• Help maintain an organized clean and visually welcoming learning environment
• Observe childrens behavior and development and report relevant information to the Lead Teacher
• Step into the Lead Teacher role when required and maintain full classroom accountability

Family & Team Engagement (Approx. 20%)

• Build positive professional relationships with families through daily greeting updates and ongoing communication
• Share classroom information using the ProCare system and direct verbal communication as appropriate
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff to support consistency in classroom routines and expectations
• Accept guidance feedback and direction from Lead Teachers and program leadership
• Protect the confidentiality of children families and organizational information

Documentation & Assessment Support (Approx. 10%)

• Assist with maintaining required classroom and child records
• Support ongoing child assessment using Teaching Strategies Gold including observations and documentation
• Help organize and maintain individual child portfolios (photos work samples benchmarks and progress records)
• Participate in preparation for parent-teacher conferences as needed

Program & Professional Responsibilities

• Participate in required trainings in-service sessions and professional development activities
• Maintain awareness of and compliance with applicable standards including DFPS Minimum Standards Texas Rising Star CACFP SA Metro Health and NAEYC guidelines
• Attend staff meetings planning meetings and curriculum meetings as scheduled
• Follow all health safety and sanitation procedures including communicable disease and cleanliness protocols
• Perform other duties as assigned to support program quality and operations

Required:

• At least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to meet physical and mental demands of the role with or without reasonable accommodation

Preferred:

• 2 years of experience working with children ages 05 in a licensed or accredited early childhood setting
• CDA early childhood certification or associates/bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education (completed or in progress)

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated commitment to organizational core values
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to support developmentally appropriate practices for preschool-aged children
• Skilled in positive guidance strategies and supportive interactions
• Willingness to learn grow and participate in ongoing professional development
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Proficiency with basic computer applications and digital documentation systems
• Ability to interpret and follow rules policies and regulatory requirements
• Professional ethical and dependable work behavior

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to sit on the floor bend stoop lift and move with children throughout the day
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work both indoors and outdoors
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fastpaced environment
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends as required

Key Competencies

• Compassion & Child-Focused Care
• Team Collaboration
• Integrity & Professional Judgment
• Adaptability & Continuous Learning
• Customer (Family) Focus
• Creativity & Problem Solving