Part time or Full time Assistant Teacher

So Big Child Development Center; Pompton Lakes (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

So Big Child Development Center in Pompton Plains, NJ is hiring an Assistant Teacher for a full-time, on-site role. You will support lead teachers in delivering age-appropriate lessons and supervise children during learning and play.

You will prepare materials, maintain a clean, safe classroom, assist with small-group and one-on-one instruction, and monitor children’s progress while promoting a positive, inclusive learning community. Family engagement is encouraged.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; coursework or degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• Patience, reliability, and the ability to maintain a safe and inclusive classroom environment.
• Willingness to follow health, safety, and licensing guidelines and participate in ongoing training.
• Strong Communication skills for interacting with children, families, and colleagues.
• Foundational knowledge in Education principles and child development.
• Demonstrated aptitude for Working With Children in group and individual settings.
• Comfort with basic Mathematics to support age-appropriate learning activities.

Responsibilities

• Support lead teachers in implementing daily classroom activities and delivering age-appropriate lessons.
• Supervise children during learning and play and promote positive behavior.
• Prepare materials and maintain a clean, safe classroom environment.
• Assist with small-group and one-on-one instruction and monitor progress.
• Support family engagement and comply with center policies and state regulations.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive learning community.

Skills

Communication skills

Classroom management

Student supervision

Education basics

Love of children

Patience

Education

High school diploma

Early Childhood Education coursework

Job description

Company Description So Big Child Development Center is an early childhood education provider based at 620B NJ-23 in Pompton Plains, New Jersey. The center focuses on creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where young children can learn and grow. Staff work closely with families to support each child’s social, emotional, and academic development. Team members have the opportunity to contribute to a supportive community-oriented setting that values care, respect, and collaboration.

Role Description The Assistant Teacher role at So Big Child Development Center can be Part time or Full time; this description applies to the Full time on-site role located in Pompton Plains, NJ. The Assistant Teacher supports lead teachers in implementing daily classroom activities, including helping plan and deliver age-appropriate lessons, supervising children during learning and play, and promoting positive behavior and social skills. Responsibilities include preparing materials, maintaining a clean and safe classroom environment, assisting with small-group and one-on-one instruction, and monitoring children’s progress. The role also involves supporting family engagement, following center policies and state regulations, and contributing to a positive, inclusive learning community.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform Assistant Teaching duties, supporting lead teachers and classroom management.
• Strong Communication skills for interacting with children, families, and colleagues.
• Foundational knowledge in Education principles and child development.
• Comfort with basic Mathematics to support age-appropriate learning activities.
• Demonstrated aptitude for Working With Children in group and individual settings.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; coursework or degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• Patience, reliability, and the ability to maintain a safe and inclusive classroom environment.
• Willingness to follow health, safety, and licensing guidelines and participate in ongoing training.