PreK Assistant Teacher

Somerset Community Action Program; Franklin Township (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company parties

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Free food & snacks

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Somerset Community Action Program is seeking a caring Pre-K Assistant Teacher to support the lead teacher in creating a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment for young children. You will assist with classroom instruction, provide individualized support, reinforce positive behavior, and help ensure smooth daily operations.

Responsibilities include supporting instruction, helping with routines and transitions, and collaborating with teachers and families to promote children's

Qualifications

• Minimum of 48 college credits or an Associate's degree.
• Experience working with children in school, childcare, or community settings preferred.
• Strong communication, patience, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Ability to engage with young children and assist with activities all day.
• Must pass background and fingerprint checks.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom instruction through small group and one-on-one activities.
• Assist children with assignments, routines, and developmental goals.
• Provide individualized support for diverse learning needs.
• Reinforce positive behavior and maintain a nurturing classroom environment.
• Supervise children during activities, meals, and outdoor play.
• Prepare learning materials and organize classroom spaces.
• Collaborate with teachers and families to support child development.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

Associate's degree or 48 college credits

ParaPro assessment (ETS) passing score

Job description

Benefits:

• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Free food & snacks
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

We are seeking a caring and dedicated Pre-K Assistant Teacher to support the lead teacher in creating a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment for young children. The ideal candidate will assist with classroom instruction, provide individualized support to students, reinforce positive behavior, and help ensure the smooth operation of daily classroom activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support classroom instruction through small group and one-on-one learning activities.
• Assist children with classroom assignments, developmental goals, and daily routines.
• Provide individualized support for children with diverse learning, behavioral, or developmental needs.
• Reinforce positive behavior and help maintain a structured, nurturing classroom environment.
• Supervise children during classroom activities, transitions, meals, and outdoor play.
• Prepare learning materials, organize classroom spaces, and assist with daily administrative tasks.
• Collaborate with teachers and families to support children's growth and development.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 48 college credits, an Associate's degree, or a passing score on the ETS ParaPro Assessment.
• Experience working with children in a school, childcare, or community-based setting preferred.
• Strong communication, patience, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Ability to actively engage with young children and assist with classroom activities throughout the day.
• Must successfully pass all required background and fingerprint checks.