Part-Time Afternoon Assistant Preschool Teacher

Temple Isaiah Preschool; Fulton (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Temple Isaiah Preschool in Maryland is seeking an Assistant Afternoon Preschool Teacher to support the Late Stay program, working Monday through Friday from 2–5pm from Sep 2026 to Jun 2027. The role is salaried and pays $16–$18 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Ideal candidates enjoy working with children ages 2–5, are team players, and are flexible. Prior early childhood experience is a plus; MSDE health and safety trainings are required, along with a recent background check and full

Qualifications

• Experience in early childhood education is a bonus.
• Must complete MSDE trainings (Basic Health & Safety, Aide Orientation, etc.).
• Background check and medical evaluation as required by MSDE.
• Covid-19 vaccination in full compliance with policy.

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 2–5 at the end of their day.
• Guide children through centers or outdoor play on the playground.
• Prepare afternoon snack.
• Change diapers or clothing as needed.
• Interact with children to support play, exploration, and learning.
• Meet individual needs of the children.
• Communicate professionally with parents and staff.

Skills

Early childhood experience

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Education

MSDE training certificates

Job description

Temple Isaiah Preschool is seeking an Assistant Afternoon Preschool Teacher to join our team of dedicated, nurturing, and creative educators. This position will manage and run our Late Stay program. The schedule for this position is Mondays through Fridays from 2–5pm, from September 2026 through early June 2027.

Our Howard County preschool, located just outside Columbia, MD, is play-based, welcoming, and innovative. Candidates should enjoy working with children, be flexible and enthusiastic, and enjoy working as a team. Experience and coursework in early childhood education is a bonus. No knowledge of Judaism is required.

Responsibilities:

• Support children aged 2–5 at the end of their day
• Guide children through centers or outdoor play on our playground
• Prepare afternoon snack
• Change diapers, pull-ups, or children’s clothing, as needed
• Interact with children to support play, exploration, and learning
• Meet the individual needs of the children
• Communicate appropriately and professionally with parents and staff

Qualifications:

• Prior Early Childhood experience ideal
• Willingness to complete the MSDE required training certificates (Basic Health & Safety, Aide Orientation course, etc.)
• Excellent communication, organizational, and teamwork skills
• Medical evaluation and recent background check, as required by MSDE
• Full vaccination against Covid-19 required, including boosters

The position begins September 3, 2026, and runs until June 3, 2027. The hours would be 2–5pm, Monday through Friday. Opportunities for additional hours may be available. This position is salaried and paid at a rate of $16-18/hour, commensurate with experience.

This Assistant Afternoon Teacher is welcome to attend staff trainings, professional development sessions, conferences, and school-wide events that may occur outside of teaching hours, but it is not a requirement for this position.