Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in early childhood education
Meaningful role impacting children and classrooms
Job summary
A childcare facility in the United States is seeking a part-time staff member for the afternoon shift. The role involves supporting teachers and maintaining child ratios in classrooms while engaging positively with children. Candidates should have experience working with children and must meet state requirements. The position offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for hands-on experience in early childhood education.
Qualifications
Experience working in childcare, preschool, or school setting preferred.
Must be patient, reliable, and flexible.
Ability to work well as part of a team.
Strong communication and time-management skills required.
Must meet state childcare requirements.
Responsibilities
Support lead and assistant teachers across classrooms as needed.
Maintain proper teacher-to-child ratios.
Assist with afternoon activities, transitions, rest time, and dismissal.
Provide coverage for staff breaks and absences.
Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment.
Engage positively with children and support their social and emotional needs.
Follow all school policies, licensing requirements, and safety procedures.
Skills
Experience working with children
Patience
Reliability
Flexibility
Strong communication skills
Time-management skills
Job description
Overview
Position Type: Part-Time Hours: Afternoon shift (typically 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM, hours may vary) Location: On-site
Responsibilities
Support lead and assistant teachers across classrooms as needed
Step into classrooms to maintain proper teacher-to-child ratios
Assist with afternoon activities, transitions, rest time, and dismissal
Provide coverage for staff breaks and absences
Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment
Engage positively with children and support their social and emotional needs
Follow all school policies, licensing requirements, and safety procedures
Qualifications
Experience working with children preferred (childcare, preschool, or school setting)
Must be patient, reliable, and flexible
Ability to work well as part of a team
Strong communication and time-management skills
Must meet state childcare requirements (background screening, training, etc.)
Benefits
Supportive and family-oriented work environment
Consistent afternoon schedule
Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in early childhood education
Meaningful role making a daily impact on children and classrooms