Pre-4 Assistant Teacher – Year‑Round Classroom Support

Discovery Point; Tennessee; On-site; USD 11,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Discovery Point is seeking a Pre-4 Aide to assist the lead teacher with planning lessons and guiding 18 children through activities aligned with our approved curriculum to promote social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth.

The role involves maintaining a safe, healthy classroom and rotating duties with the Lead Teacher as the day moves between activities, providing 6.5 hours of instructional time year-round with ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Must meet state licensing requirements for education and experience.
• Knowledge of early childhood education and curriculum.
• Knowledge of child care licensing rules and regulations.
• Ability to obtain CPR/Fire Safety training and other required training.
• Must meet state background check requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Teacher in the education, safety, and wellbeing of a classroom of 18 children.
• Take on interchanging roles with Lead Teacher throughout the day as class moves through the curriculum from one activity to the next.
• Assist in providing 6.5 hours of instructional time. This position is year round.
• Attend Annual Professional Development Training as Required by Management

Skills

Early childhood education

Classroom management

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

CDA

TCC

Two-year ECE

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Discovery Point is seeking a Pre-4 Aide to assist the lead teacher with planning lessons and guiding 18 children through activities aligned with our approved curriculum to promote social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth.

The role involves maintaining a safe, healthy classroom and rotating duties with the Lead Teacher as the day moves between activities, providing 6.5 hours of instructional time year-round with ongoing professional development.