Assistant Preschool Teacher — Path to Lead Certification (Gold-rated)

Water Lily Learning Center; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Short-Term Disability

Weekly Pay

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Water Lily Learning Center - OTR is a Gold-rated Step Up to Quality program in Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. We hire an Assistant Preschool Teacher to support the Lead teacher in providing curriculum-aligned instruction for ages 3 to 5 at our OTR campus.

You will help deliver Creative Curriculum activities, assist in small groups, and manage transitions while documenting progress and maintaining a safe, engaging classroom.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree, CDA, or ECE coursework strongly preferred.
• Prior experience in a licensed preschool or childcare setting preferred.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification required prior to working with children.
• Understanding of preschool child development and age-appropriate learning practices.
• Strong communication skills and enthusiasm for early childhood education.
• Ability to engage actively at child level throughout the full classroom shift.
• Must meet all Ohio DCY employment eligibility requirements including applicable clearances.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Preschool Teacher in delivering Creative Curriculum activities aligned with Ohio's 2024 Early Learning and Development Standards.
• Support small group instruction across literacy, math, science, social studies, and creative arts for OTR preschoolers.
• Help manage classroom transitions, meals, outdoor play, and rest periods.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and stimulating preschool classroom per Ohio DCY and Gold standards.
• Assist with observing and documenting children's learning and developmental progress as directed.
• Foster positive relationships with OTR preschoolers through consistent encouragement and responsive interaction.
• Communicate professionally with OTR families and colleagues throughout the classroom day.
• Follow all Water Lily Learning Center, DCY, and Step Up to Quality Gold standards and safety procedures.

Skills

CPR/First Aid

Communication

Child engagement

Active learning

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree/CDA/ECE coursework preferred

Job description

Water Lily Learning Center - OTR is a Gold-rated Step Up to Quality program in Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. We hire an Assistant Preschool Teacher to support the Lead teacher in providing curriculum-aligned instruction for ages 3 to 5 at our OTR campus.

You will help deliver Creative Curriculum activities, assist in small groups, and manage transitions while documenting progress and maintaining a safe, engaging classroom.