Part Time Closing Assistant Teacher (Monday - Friday 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM)

Stepping Stones Child Academy; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Stepping Stones Child Academy in Lincoln, NE is seeking a dedicated Part-Time Closing Teacher Assistant to support lead teachers during the afternoon. This role focuses on ensuring a safe, nurturing environment as children transition from activities to pickup.

You will engage with infants to preschoolers, assist with closing duties, and communicate daily highlights to families. Training is available for the right attitude and a passion for early childhood education.

Qualifications

• Patient, caring and enthusiastic personality.
• Reliability is essential and punctuality matters.
• Strong communication with families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Engage and support multiple age groups (infants to preschoolers) with afternoon activities.
• Serve as a key contact for families during pick-up and share day highlights.
• Create a nurturing, inclusive, and safe classroom until the last child leaves.
• Perform light closing duties to prepare classrooms for the next morning.

Skills

Patience

Caring

Enthusiastic

Reliability

Communication

Early childhood education

Job description

Part-Time Closing Teacher Assistant

Location: Stepping Stones Child Academy – 8080 O Street Lincoln, NE 68510
Schedule: Monday – Friday | 2:30 PM – 6:00 PM

Are you looking for a rewarding part-time role where you can make a big impact in just a few hours a day? Stepping Stones Child Academy is looking for a dedicated Closing Teacher Assistant to join our team!

This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about early childhood education and enjoys the energy of the afternoon pick-up transition. As the face of our center during the final hours of the day, you will ensure our students finish their day on a high note and head home safely.

Your Role & Responsibilities:

• Engage & Support: Work with various age groups (infants to preschoolers), assisting lead teachers with afternoon activities and supervised play.
• Parent Connection: Serve as a key point of contact for families. You'll provide warm, professional updates to parents during pick-up, sharing highlights of their child's day.
• Create a Positive Environment: Help maintain a nurturing, inclusive, and safe classroom until the very last child leaves.
• Center Closing: Take pride in 'putting the school to bed.' You will be responsible for light closing duties, ensuring classrooms are tidy, organized, and ready for a fresh start the next morning.

What We're Looking For:

• A patient, caring, and enthusiastic personality.
• Reliability is a must—we need you here to help us wrap up the day!
• Strong communication skills for interacting with parents and staff.
• A passion for early childhood education (previous experience is a plus, but we are happy to train someone with a great attitude).

Why Join Stepping Stones?

At Stepping Stones Child Academy, we believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing place to grow. You will join a dedicated team of educators who truly care about making a difference. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in education while maintaining a consistent, part-time schedule.