Afternoon Assistant for Preschool Class

Acquire4Hire; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid short-term and long-term disability and life insurance

Option to purchase dental and vision insurance

Paid training hours

Tuition discount for staff children

Paid time off

Positive work environment

Job summary

Acquire4Hire is seeking an afternoon assistant for their early childhood education program. The role involves monitoring children and supporting classroom activities while building strong teamwork with colleagues. Schedule options are available to accommodate personal time in the mornings.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a love for children and professionalism. Benefits include paid training, insurance, and a positive work environment for staff working 20+ hours a week.

Qualifications

• A love of children and a desire to provide care based on best practices.
• Ability to act professionally and work cooperatively with colleagues.
• Willingness to support lead teachers and engage with students.

Responsibilities

• Monitor children and assist the classroom teacher.
• Assist with day-to-day classroom activities including center play and planned activities.
• Demonstrate a positive and nurturing attitude.

Skills

Love of children

Professional conduct

Collaborative teamwork

Job description

About This Role

Join the CLC family! We are looking to grow our team for the upcoming school year and would love to meet you! If you are an early childhood educator or aspiring teacher who wants to gain experience while working alongside coworkers who exemplify strong teamwork, this position may be a fit.

At Creative Learning Center, we strive to provide a culture of excellence for our staff members, students, and families. We make a difference in the lives of children every day! As an afternoon assistant, you will have your mornings free for errands or enjoying coffee without rushing out the door, or you could even substitute some mornings based on your availability. Training and coaching will be provided to help you grow professionally.

Schedule

Monday through Friday. Schedule options: 12:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. or 1:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

What You’ll Do

Candidates are responsible for monitoring children and assisting the classroom teacher. Candidates should be able to assist with day‑to‑day classroom activities including center play, planned activities, and custodial care (diapering, toileting, serving lunch and snacks, etc.) while demonstrating a positive and nurturing attitude.

Requirements

• A love of children and a desire to provide care based on best practices.
• Ability to act professionally and work cooperatively with colleagues.
• Willingness to support lead teachers and engage with students.

Benefits

We offer the following benefits for staff working 20+ hours/week:

• 100% paid short‑term and long‑term disability and life insurance
• Option to purchase dental and vision insurance
• Paid training hours
• Tuition discount for staff children
• Paid time off
• Positive work environment