Preschool Assistant

The Learning Experience; Boynton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Learning Experience in Boynton Beach, FL is seeking a reliable Preschool Assistant for a part-time role, Mondays to Fridays 3:00 PM–6:00 PM. You’ll assist teachers, support the front office, and help keep our center running smoothly while delivering a safe, nurturing environment for children.

This position emphasizes flexibility, strong customer service, and teamwork. Requirements include a minimum of 2 years in preschool/childcare, DCF 45-hour certification, and a CDA is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a preschool/childcare setting.
• Experience in a preschool office or administrative environment preferred.
• Current DCF 45-hour certification required.
• CDA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in classrooms and support daily routines.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing, engaging environment for children.
• Support the front office with administrative and family tasks.
• Provide exceptional customer service to families, staff, and visitors.
• Assist with transitions, breaks, and closing duties.
• Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Be a positive role model for children and team members.
• Support center leadership in upholding TLE standards.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Professionalism

Reliability

Team player

Adaptability

Education

DCF 45-hour certification

CDA preferred

Job description

Preschool Assistant | Part-Time

Hours: Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM–6:00 PM

The Learning Experience is looking for a
reliable, professional, and energetic Preschool Assistant to join our team! This is a unique part-time position for someone who enjoys working with children but can also confidently support the administrative and operational needs of a preschool.

The Preschool Assistant will be a
flexible support member of our team, assisting in classrooms, supporting the front office, and stepping in wherever needed to help our center run smoothly.

What You’ll Do

• Assist teachers in classrooms and provide support with daily classroom routines
• Help maintain a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children
• Support the front office with administrative and family-related tasks as needed
• Provide exceptional customer service to families, staff, and visitors
• Assist with transitions, breaks, closing responsibilities, and other daily center needs
• Step in where support is needed and demonstrate flexibility throughout the day
• Help problem-solve situations quickly and professionally
• Serve as a positive role model for children and team members
• Support center leadership with maintaining TLE standards and expectations

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a preschool/childcare setting
• Experience working in a preschool office or administrative environment is strongly preferred
• Current DCF 45-hour certification required
• CDA preferred
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Professional, dependable, and organized
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think quickly on your feet
• Comfortable working in both a classroom and office environment
• Demonstrates leadership qualities and strong interpersonal skills
• Positive attitude with excellent soft skills
• Ability to work independently while also being a strong team player
• Someone who is willing to jump in and help wherever needed

Why This Position?

This is more than just an assistant role. We are looking for someone who can become a
trusted support person for both our classroom and leadership teams. The ideal candidate is someone who sees what needs to be done, takes initiative, and is always willing to lend a hand.

If you are energetic, professional, organized, and enjoy making a difference in the lives of children and families,
we would love to meet you!

Compensation: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

The Learning Experience

At The Learning Experience, we make early education joyful, engaging and fun so children are happy to learn, play and grow.

Our curriculum focuses on the six ages and stages of early childhood development and engages children in hands‑on learning activities that encourage them to explore and solve problems at their own rate of development. This forms a foundation for kids to Learn, Play and Grow under the care of our nurturing teachers and staff.

At TLE®, we’ve created a full cast of characters that become our little learners’ educators, partners and friends through their preschool education journey. Each character has a unique personality and area of interest and brings learning to life by allowing children to explore the world through fun and imagination.