Lead Assistant Teacher — Nurturing Preschool Leader

Inspired Education LLC; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; 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 classroom, engaging activities, and a welcoming environment for young children.

This full-time position runs Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM–6:00 PM, requiring reliable attendance and strong communication with families and staff. You’ll assist with routines, meals, diapering, naps, and documentation using Procare, while stepping into

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous professional childcare/early childhood education experience required.
• Experience in a childcare center or preschool setting.
• Dependable, punctual, professional, and team-oriented.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• 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, sensory activities, circle time, outdoor play, and other classroom activities.
• Assist with meals, snacks, diapering/toileting, nap time, handwashing, and other daily care routines as appropriate for the age group.
• Follow all classroom schedules, center policies, licensing requirements, and health and safety procedures.
• Help complete daily classroom documentation and communicate important information regarding children's routines and activities.
• Use the Procare Engagement App to assist with classroom communication and documentation.
• Build positive and professional relationships with children, families, coworkers, and administration.
• Assist with classroom setup, cleaning, sanitizing, organization, and maintaining supplies.
• Step into a leadership role in the classroom when the Lead Teacher is unavailable.
• Communicate classroom needs, concerns, incidents, or changes promptly to the Lead Teacher and Director.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, professional development, school events, and center activities.
• Help create a warm, welcoming environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn.

Skills

Strong communication

Classroom management

Team player

Dependable

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR, First Aid, AED certification (preferred)

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 classroom, engaging activities, and a welcoming environment for young children.

This full-time position runs Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM–6:00 PM, requiring reliable attendance and strong communication with families and staff. You’ll assist with routines, meals, diapering, naps, and documentation using Procare, while stepping into