Preschool Assistant — Mornings & Afternoons (Part-Time)

Cadence Education; Smyrna (DE); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-demand pay

50% childcare tuition discount

401(k) with employer match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Pet insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Cadence Education is hiring a Preschool Teacher Assistant in Smyrna, DE. Under the supervision of the School Director and lead teachers, you will support daily classroom activities, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for children, including those with IEPs.

This role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to licensing requirements, and participation in ongoing professional development. Start date is immediate, with full-time benefits and opportunities to grow within a

Qualifications

• Ability to consistently follow safety procedures and classroom rules.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a classroom team.
• Ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Support a positive and respectful classroom environment, ensuring each child is treated with care, dignity, and respect.
• Greet children and families daily and help build professional, welcoming relationships.
• Assist in recognizing and responding to individual developmental, behavioral, cultural, and learning needs, including following IEPs and behavioral support plans.
• Support classroom staff with planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum and Cadence Signature Programs.
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with families, coworkers, and leadership using Cadence-approved tools.
• Follow the Cadence Education Safety and Supervision Manual, including documenting and reporting accidents and incidents according to policy.
• Assist with managing, documenting, and reporting escalated child behaviors in accordance with Cadence procedures.
• Adhere to all Cadence Education policies and procedures outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Participate in required meetings, trainings, and professional development, which may occur outside of regularly scheduled work hours.

Skills

Teamwork

English proficiency

Safety procedures

Education

Associate or Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Cadence Education is hiring a Preschool Teacher Assistant in Smyrna, DE. Under the supervision of the School Director and lead teachers, you will support daily classroom activities, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for children, including those with IEPs.

This role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to licensing requirements, and participation in ongoing professional development. Start date is immediate, with full-time benefits and opportunities to grow within a