Part Time Teacher Assistant

First Discovery CDC; Acworth (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Supportive leadership

Curriculum materials provided

Advancement opportunities

Positive team culture

Beautiful learning environment

Job summary

First Discovery Children's Academy in the Acworth/Kennesaw area is seeking a dependable Part-Time Floater who loves working with children and can support classrooms as needed.

You will provide coverage, assist with routines, maintain ratios, and help create a safe, nurturing environment for infants through preschool.

If you're flexible, reliable, and enjoy team-based childcare, we'd love to meet you.

Qualifications

• Experience in childcare/preschool settings.
• All required Georgia Health & Safety training completed or able to complete before starting.
• Able to work with multiple age groups.
• Reliable transportation and excellent attendance.
• Meet Bright from the Start employment requirements, including background checks.
• Flexible, dependable and professional attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom coverage and support throughout the center.
• Assist teachers with daily routines, activities, meals, transitions and rest times.
• Help maintain teacher-to-child ratios at all times.
• Supervise children and prioritize health and safety.
• Engage children through play, stories, songs and age-appropriate activities.
• Support classrooms from infants to preschool based on center needs.
• Maintain clean, welcoming classroom environments.
• Follow classroom schedules, routines and teacher directions.
• Assist with diapering, toileting, feeding and other caregiving duties as age-appropriate.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, teachers and leadership.
• Follow Bright from the Start licensing requirements and center policies.
• Step into different classrooms with a positive attitude and willingness to help.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication

Teamwork

Attendance & reliability

Background checks

Education

Georgia Health & Safety training

CPR & First Aid Certification

CDA/TCC/AA or ECE coursework

Job description

First Discovery Children's Academy is opening in the Acworth/Kennesaw area, and we're looking for a dependable, energetic Part-Time Floater who loves working with children and is ready to support our classrooms wherever they're needed most.

Our floaters are an important part of our team. You'll work alongside teachers and leadership to provide classroom coverage, maintain required teacher-to-child ratios, support daily routines, and help create a safe, nurturing environment for every child in our care.

If you're flexible, reliable, enjoy working with different age groups, and love being part of a team, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

As our Part-Time Teacher Assistant, you will:

• Provide classroom coverage and support throughout the center as needed.
• Assist teachers with daily routines, activities, meals, transitions, and rest times.
• Help maintain required teacher-to-child ratios at all times.
• Supervise children closely and prioritize their health and safety.
• Engage children through play, conversations, stories, songs, and age-appropriate activities.
• Support classrooms ranging from infants through preschool based on the needs of the center.
• Help maintain clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environments.
• Follow classroom schedules, routines, and teacher directions.
• Assist with diapering, toileting, feeding, and other caregiving responsibilities as appropriate for the age group.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, teachers, and leadership.
• Follow Bright from the Start licensing requirements and First Discovery policies and procedures.
• Step into different classrooms with a positive attitude and willingness to help.

Required Qualifications

To be considered, applicants must have:

• Experience working with children in a childcare, preschool, school, or similar setting.
• All required Georgia Health & Safety training completed or the ability to complete required training before beginning work.
• Ability to work comfortably with multiple age groups.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable transportation and excellent attendance.
• Ability to meet all Bright from the Start employment requirements, including required background checks.
• A flexible, dependable, and professional attitude.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a licensed childcare center.
• Experience in a Georgia Quality Rated early learning program.
• Current CPR & First Aid Certification.
• CDA, TCC, Associate's Degree, or coursework in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Familiarity with Bright from the Start licensing regulations.

Why Join First Discovery?

• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications.
• Supportive leadership team.
• Curriculum and classroom materials provided.
• Opportunities for advancement and professional growth.
• Positive team culture where your contributions matter.
• Beautiful learning environment designed for children to thrive.

We Think You’ll Thrive Here If You...

• Believe every child deserves to feel loved, safe, and celebrated.
• Are comfortable jumping into different classrooms and helping wherever you're needed.
• Love singing songs, reading stories, playing, and engaging with children.
• Can quickly adapt to different classroom routines and age groups.
• Notice what needs to be done and are willing to lend a hand.
• Take reliability and punctuality seriously.
• Enjoy being part of a team and supporting other educators.
• Want to grow your experience in early childhood education.

This Position Isn’t the Best Fit If...

• Reliability and punctuality are a challenge.
• You prefer working in only one classroom or with one age group.
• Frequent changes in your daily classroom assignment would be frustrating.
• Teamwork isn't your style.
• You're uncomfortable with diapering, toileting, feeding, cleaning, or other hands-on childcare responsibilities.
• You're not excited about helping create a high-quality learning environment every day.