Part Time Assistant Teacher

Sunrise Preschools; Moore (OK); On-site; USD 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Tuition discount for dependents

Tuition reimbursement (education)

PerkSpot discounts

Professional development

Job summary

Sunrise Preschools is seeking an Assistant Teacher in Moore, Oklahoma to support a Master Teacher in creating a nurturing classroom environment. You will assist with hands-on activities, storytelling, and daily routines that promote curiosity, confidence, kindness, and growth.

You will engage with children across activities, meals, and outdoor time, observe development, and share notes with the lead teacher while maintaining a safe, welcoming atmosphere for young learners and their families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with families.
• Genuine care for children and a commitment to their safety and well‑being.

Responsibilities

• Support the Master Teacher in delivering age‑appropriate lessons and activities for the classroom
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom that meets licensing and ratio requirements
• Engage directly with children during activities, meals, transitions, and outdoor time
• Observe children and share developmental notes with the Master Teacher
• Build relationships with families through warm, consistent daily communication
• Assist with classroom documentation including attendance and daily reports

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Observational notes

Physical ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Your role

As an Assistant Teacher at Child Development Schools, you will help create a classroom filled with discovery, creativity, learning, and joy. Working alongside your Master Teacher, you will support young learners through meaningful experiences that encourage curiosity, confidence, kindness, and growth. From hands‑on activities and storytelling to everyday learning moments, you will help shape a warm and welcoming environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to explore the world around them.

• Support the Master Teacher in delivering age‑appropriate lessons and activities for the classroom


• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom that meets licensing and ratio requirements


• Engage directly with children during activities, meals, transitions, and outdoor time


• Observe children and share developmental notes with the Master Teacher


• Build relationships with families through warm, consistent daily communication


• Assist with classroom documentation including attendance and daily reports

Pay and benefits

Pay: $11.00-$14.00 per hour, based on experience and education.

Full‑time employees receive:

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short‑and long‑term disability


• 401(k)


• 9 company‑paid holidays and 8 days of PTO


• 50% tuition discount for your own children enrolled at a CDS center


• Up to $5,250 in annual tuition reimbursement for continued education


• Access to PerkSpot for discounts on major brands and services


• Coaching, mentoring, and ongoing professional development

Requirements

• At least 18 years old


• High school diploma or GED


• Ability to pass a background check


• Genuine care for children and a commitment to their safety and well‑being


• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with families


• Physical ability to meet the demands of working with young children

A degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education and prior experience in a licensed childcare center are a plus, but not required. We hire for character and train for skill.