Pre K Assistant Teacher

SPECIAL CARE; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

SPECIAL CARE in Oklahoma City is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support the lead teacher in delivering structured, engaging lessons for students with disabilities.

Youll assist with instruction, supervise students, help with mobility and daily routines, and maintain an inclusive, organized classroom. Strong communication and patience are essential.

This role emphasizes collaboration with teachers, staff, and families to promote academic and developmental growth.

Qualifications

• Education: CDA credential or an Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or a related field.
• Experience: Prior experience working with children, preferably in an educational or childcare setting.
• Skills: Patience, adaptability, strong communication, and a passion for supporting children with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support the lead teacher in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities.
• Provide individualized assistance to students based on their learning needs.
• Assist students with mobility, self-care, and daily routines.
• Foster an inclusive and supportive learning atmosphere.
• Supervise students during transitions, mealtimes, and recess.
• Maintain classroom organization, ensuring materials and equipment are accessible.
• Reinforce positive behavior and provide guidance based on school policies.
• Communicate effectively with teachers, staff, and parents as necessary.
• Prepare and set up learning materials for classroom instruction.

Skills

Patience

Adaptability

Strong communication

Passion for supporting children with a

Education

CDA credential

Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or related field

Job description

The Assistant Teacher provides essential classroom support to the lead teacher, ensuring a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment for students with disabilities. This role involves assisting with instruction, student supervision, and individualized support to promote academic and developmental growth.Key Responsibilities:Support the lead teacher in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities.Provide individualized assistance to students based on their learning needs.Assist students with mobility, self-care, and daily routines.Foster an inclusive and supportive learning atmosphere.Supervise students during transitions, mealtimes, and recess.Maintain classroom organization, ensuring materials and equipment are accessible.Reinforce positive behavior and provide guidance based on school policies.Communicate effectively with teachers, staff, and parents as necessary.Prepare and set up learning materials for classroom instruction.Education: Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or a related field.Experience: Prior experience working with children, preferably in an educational or childcare setting.Skills: Patience, adaptability, strong communication, and a passion for supporting children with disabilities.Physical Requirements:Ability to lift a minimum of 40 lbs to assist students with mobility and classroom needs.Ability to sit, stand, walk, and actively engage with students throughout the day.