Part-Time Preschool Teacher Assistant — Joyful Classroom

Cadence Education; Ashland (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-demand pay (UKG Wallet)

Competitive hourly pay

Job summary

Cadence Education is hiring a Preschool Teacher Assistant in Ashland, MA. This part-time role (2:30pm–5:30pm, Monday–Friday) supports daily classroom activities and Cadence programs under school leadership.

You’ll help create a safe, nurturing environment and work with children including those with IEPs. The position emphasizes teamwork, professional development, and a supportive culture across Cadence’s network of 340+ schools.

Qualifications

• Ability to consistently follow safety procedures, including food allergy processes and Safe Sleep practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a classroom team.
• Ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Support a positive and respectful classroom environment.
• Greet children and families daily and build welcoming relationships.
• Assist in recognizing and responding to individual developmental, behavioral, cultural, and learning needs (IEPs included).
• Support developmentally appropriate curriculum and Cadence Signature Programs.
• Communicate professionally with families, coworkers, and leadership using Cadence-approved tools.
• Follow the Cadence Education Safety and Supervision Manual and report incidents.
• Assist with managing and reporting escalated child behaviors per Cadence procedures.
• Adhere to policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Participate in meetings, trainings, and professional development.

Skills

Safety procedures

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s in ECE or related

Job description

Cadence Education is hiring a Preschool Teacher Assistant in Ashland, MA. This part-time role (2:30pm–5:30pm, Monday–Friday) supports daily classroom activities and Cadence programs under school leadership.

You’ll help create a safe, nurturing environment and work with children including those with IEPs. The position emphasizes teamwork, professional development, and a supportive culture across Cadence’s network of 340+ schools.