Preschool Assistant

The Learning Experience - Boynton Beach, FL; Boynton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The Learning Experience is seeking a reliable Preschool Assistant for a part-time schedule (3:00 PM–6:00 PM, Monday–Friday) in Boynton Beach. You will support classrooms, assist front office operations, and help run the center smoothly with a positive, customer-friendly approach.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years in a preschool setting, a DCF 45-hour certificate, and strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a preschool/childcare setting.
• Experience in a preschool office or administrative environment preferred.
• 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 tasks and family needs.
• Provide exceptional customer service to families, staff and visitors.
• Assist with transitions, breaks, closing tasks, and daily center needs.
• Demonstrate flexibility and act as a positive role model.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Leadership

Problem-solving

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!