Early Childhood Support Teacher

Cheder Menachem; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free lunch provided daily

Job summary

Cheder Menachem Preschool is seeking an Early Childhood Support Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The role focuses on partnering with lead teachers to nurture growth across infancy to Pre-K, while maintaining engaging, safe classrooms.

Ideal candidates hold a degree in Early Childhood Education or related fields or are pursuing one, with prior childcare experience. The position supports collaboration across classrooms and may offer part-time opportunities.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practice.
• Ability to communicate effectively with families and colleagues.
• Experience collaborating with teachers in a preschool setting.

Responsibilities

• Support classrooms across the preschool as needed.
• Cover teacher planning time, breaks, meetings, and staff absences.
• Assist in infant, toddler, nursery and Pre-K classrooms.
• Lead small-group activities, story time, music, art, and outdoor learning.
• Support children's social, emotional, cognitive, language and physical development.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Family communication

Team collaboration

Reliability & organization

Education

Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Join Our Warm & Growing Preschool Team!

Early Childhood Support Teacher

2026-2027 School Year

Cheder Menachem Preschool

Do you love working with young children and thrive in a collaborative, dynamic environment? Are you passionate about supporting children's growth while partnering with teachers to create exceptional learning experiences?

Cheder Menachem Preschool is seeking a warm, flexible, and dedicated Early Childhood Support Teacher to join our growing team for the upcoming school year. This position is ideal for an educator who enjoys variety, building relationships across classrooms, and making a meaningful difference throughout the school.

We welcome applicants with degrees in Early Childhood Education or related fields, as well as experienced childcare professionals who are passionate about nurturing young children.

We're Looking for Someone Who:

• Has a genuine love for infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children.
• Brings warmth, patience, professionalism, and enthusiasm to every classroom.
• Is flexible, adaptable, and enjoys working with children of different ages.
• Holds (or is pursuing) a degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (preferred).
• Has experience in childcare, preschool, or early childhood education.
• Understands child development and developmentally appropriate practice.
• Works collaboratively with teachers and communicates effectively with families.
• Is dependable, organized, and able to confidently step into a variety of classroom settings.

Responsibilities Include:

• Supporting classrooms throughout the preschool as needed.
• Covering teacher planning time, breaks, meetings, and staff absences.
• Assisting in infant, toddler, nursery, and Pre-K classrooms.li>
• Leading small-group activities, story time, music, art, sensory exploration, and outdoor learning.
• Supporting children's social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development.
• Helping maintain safe, organized, and engaging classroom environments.
• Assisting with arrival, dismissal, meals, playground supervision, and daily transitions.
• Collaborating with teachers to ensure continuity of care and learning throughout the school.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Reggio Emilia-inspired education.
• Familiarity with Creative Curriculum and/or Teaching Strategies Gold.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.

What We Offer:

• A warm, welcoming, and mission-driven school community.
• A collaborative team of dedicated educators.
• Ongoing professional development and mentoring.
• Opportunities for leadership and career growth.
• Competitive salary based on education and experience.
• Free lunch provided daily.

Schedule:

• Monday-Friday
• 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
• Part-time positions may also be available.

If you are passionate about early childhood education and enjoy supporting children, teachers, and families across a vibrant preschool community, we'd love to hear from you!