Full-Time Lead Assistant Teacher — Nurturing Preschool Educator

Inspired--education; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Happy Days Preschool in Toms River, NJ is seeking a dependable Lead Assistant Teacher to join our growing team. You will work closely with the Lead Teacher to provide a safe, structured, engaging classroom environment and take initiative when needed.

The role requires strong childcare experience, reliability, and the ability to supervise children, support daily routines, and communicate with families using our center tools like Procare and Creative Curriculum.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous professional childcare/early childhood education experience required.
• Experience in a childcare center, preschool, or similar setting.
• Dependable, punctual, professional and a team player.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• Ability to supervise and engage with young children throughout the day.
• Must meet NJ childcare licensing and background-check requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Teacher with daily classroom routines, activities, and lesson implementation.
• Help maintain a safe, clean, organized, and engaging classroom environment.
• Supervise children closely and maintain proper classroom ratios at all times.
• Support age-appropriate learning experiences, play, art, and circle time.
• Assist with meals, snacks, diapering/toileting, nap time, handwashing, and daily care routines.
• Follow schedules, center policies, licensing requirements, and health procedures.
• Complete daily classroom documentation and communicate routines to families.
• Use Procare Engagement App for classroom communication and documentation.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, coworkers, and administration.
• Assist with setup, cleaning, sanitizing, organization, and supplies.
• Step into leadership when Lead Teacher is unavailable.
• Communicate needs and incidents promptly to Lead Teacher and Director.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and school events.
• Help create a warm, welcoming environment where children feel safe and excited to learn.

Skills

Strong communication

Classroom management

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR/First Aid/AED certification (preferred)

Tools

Creative Curriculum

Procare or similar platform

Job description

Happy Days Preschool in Toms River, NJ is seeking a dependable Lead Assistant Teacher to join our growing team. You will work closely with the Lead Teacher to provide a safe, structured, engaging classroom environment and take initiative when needed.

The role requires strong childcare experience, reliability, and the ability to supervise children, support daily routines, and communicate with families using our center tools like Procare and Creative Curriculum.