First Class Pre K Auxiliary Teacher/Aide

West Madison Pre K Center; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

West Madison Pre K Center in Madison, Alabama seeks a First Class Pre K Auxiliary Teacher/Aide to support the certified teachers, prepare materials, and reinforce instructional objectives within the Early Childhood program. The role requires a HS diploma or GED, 19+ years of age, a CDA or 9 credits in Early Childhood, and at least 12 months of related experience.

It is a full-time, 187-day position with non-exempt status and mandatory background checks.

Qualifications

• Be at least 19 years old.
• Possess a High school diploma or GED
• Possess a CDA or 9 credits in Early Childhood Education
• At least 12 months experience in early childhood
• Alternatives may be considered by the Board

Responsibilities

• Assist with classroom activities under supervision.
• Participate in daily and long-range planning.
• Prepare classroom materials and develop activities.
• Assist with non-instructional classroom duties.
• Supervise students during lunch and field trips.
• Support individuals and small groups to reinforce material.
• Assist teachers in identifying students needing extra help.
• Maintain displays and supplies for the classroom.
• Keep records and timely reports for the program.
• Attend staff development and training sessions.

Skills

Planning & organization

Lesson planning

Computer skills

Oral & written communication

Team collaboration

Physical dexterity

Follow instructions

School policies knowledge

First Class Pre-K knowledge

Preschool standards knowledge

Education

HS diploma or GED

CDA or 9 credits in ECE

12 months ECE experience

Job description

First Class Pre K Auxiliary Teacher/Aide

Madison City Schools (AL) West Madison Pre K Center - Madison, Alabama Open in Google Maps

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Job Details

Job ID: 5979783

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 02, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Job Goal: To assist the teacher(s) in achieving instructional objectives and to help students take full advantage of the instructional program.

Qualifications

• Be at least 19 years of age.
• Possess a High school diploma or GED
• Possess a Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) OR at least 9 credit hours of college coursework in the field of Early Childhood Education or Child Development from a regionally accredited institution.
• Possess appropriate experience (at least 12 months) working in early childhood or experience in other OSR approved settings.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

FLSA Status:Non-Exempt

Reports To:Principal and/or assigned teacher(s)

Background CheckRequired: (Ala. Code §16-22A-5) Upon offer of employment, employees will be required to submit legible fingerprints for a background review by the Alabama Bureau of Investigation and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Background checks must not be more than 10 years old. A new background check is required for anyone new to Madison City Schools, regardless of the recency of the ABI and FBI background checks.

Student Safety & Security:Madison City Schools prioritizes a safe, respectful, and supportive learning environment. Employees are expected to model professional conduct, maintain clear and appropriate boundaries with students, use district-approved channels for communications, and avoid interactions that could be perceived as favoritism, grooming, or undue familiarity. Staff must promptly report suspected child abuse or neglect to law enforcement authorities as required by Alabama law.
Compliance with these expectations is a condition of employment.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to plan and organize effectively.
• Ability to implement lesson plans based on local and state courses of study.
• Basic knowledge, skills, and ability to operate computer programs and related technology.
• Skilled and effective in oral and written communication.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, teachers, and administrators in support of instruction.
• Physical dexterity, mobility, and strength to perform the essential functions of this position.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Knowledge and understanding of the school system's rules and policies, administrative procedures, and state and federal rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of the First Class Pre-K Program Quality Assurances.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Alabama's Developmental Standards for Preschool Children.

Essential Functions

• Performs tasks related to classroom activities under the supervision of a certified teacher(s).
• Participates in daily and long-range planning.
• Prepares classroom materials and develops activities.
• Assists with non-instructional classroom duties as directed.
• Assists with supervision of students during lunch, assemblies, field trips, etc.
• Works with individual and small groups of students to reinforce and to re-teach material introduced by the teacher(s).
• Works with individual students in need of special attention.
• Works with teachers and counselors to identify students in need of additional assistance form outside community groups and agencies.
• Consults with teacher(s) daily regarding student progress and assignments.
• Conducts activities with individuals and small groups.
• Assists in preparing class displays and bulletin boards, etc.
• Assists in caring for and securing classroom equipment and supplies.
• Assists with classroom management.
• Assists with clerical work, projects, programs, special events, and field trips.
• Keeps records and completes necessary reports for the program on a timely basis.
• Attends and participates in staff development and training sessions.
• Performs other duties within the scope of his/ her employment as may be assigned.

• This position will be subject to the Students First Act of 2011. Madison City Schools reserves the right to fill this position by transfer of a qualified applicant who is already employed by Madison City Schools.

• Under the Students First Act of 2011, no credit toward tenure or non-probationary status is earned in the initial school year of employment if the date of hire occurs after September 30.

Expected Employment:187 days/ 7.5 hrs. (full year)

Evaluation:According to established Board policies and administrative procedures and guidelines.

SalaryRange: According to Madison City Schools Salary Schedule (Salary based on employment for complete year) Up to 10 years experience will be counted for new employees who provide documentation of full-time experience in the area of concentration.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Nichole Phillips , Principal
• West Madison Pre K Center
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]