CNA Pre-Primary Support Associate - Part-Time School

Friends School of Baltimore, Inc; Baltimore, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Friends School of Baltimore seeks a caring Pre-Primary Support Associate to provide daily classroom and student support across our Pre-Primary program. This role moves throughout the program, assisting where needed in close collaboration with teachers and administrators to maintain a joyful, responsive learning environment for our youngest students.

The ideal candidate is observant, adaptable, and able to anticipate classroom needs. Current CNA certification is required; CPR/First Aid preferred.

Qualifications

• Current CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
• Experience working with young children, preferably in an early childhood setting.
• Understanding of child development and play-based learning.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple teachers and classrooms.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Patience, warmth, flexibility, and a genuine love of working with young children.
• Ability to anticipate needs, take initiative, and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide flexible support across Pre-Primary classrooms as needed.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities, transitions, and routines.
• Support individual students or small groups during learning experiences.
• Help maintain a calm, organized, and engaging classroom environment.
• Observe classroom dynamics and proactively offer assistance where needed.
• Assist with materials preparation, classroom setup, and cleanup.

Job description

Friends School of Baltimore seeks a caring Pre-Primary Support Associate to provide daily classroom and student support across our Pre-Primary program. This role moves throughout the program, assisting where needed in close collaboration with teachers and administrators to maintain a joyful, responsive learning environment for our youngest students.

The ideal candidate is observant, adaptable, and able to anticipate classroom needs. Current CNA certification is required; CPR/First Aid preferred.