PreSchool Assistant Teacher

Beth Tfiloh Congregation & Schools; Pikesville (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local preschool in Pikesville is seeking a caring and enthusiastic Preschool Teaching Assistant to support early childhood classrooms. The successful candidate will assist in creating a warm and engaging learning environment, supervise children during play and rest time, and collaborate effectively with lead teachers. Ideal applicants should possess strong communication skills, a high school diploma, and experience working with young children in educational settings.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children in a school, daycare, or camp setting preferred.
• Warm, patient, and collaborative disposition.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the lead teacher in implementing daily lessons, activities, and routines.
• Help maintain a safe, nurturing classroom environment.
• Assist children with social, emotional, and self-help skills throughout the day.
• Prepare materials and help with classroom organization.
• Supervise children during indoor and outdoor play and rest time.
• Communicate positively with students and families.
• Participate in staff meetings and school events.

Skills

Communicative and interpersonal skills

Ability to follow directions

Initiative

Education

High school diploma

Coursework or credentials in early childhood education

Job description

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and reliable Preschool Teaching Assistant to support our early childhood classrooms. The ideal candidate will enjoy working with young children, assist in creating a warm and engaging learning environment, and collaborate effectively with lead teachers and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the lead teacher in implementing daily lessons, activities, and routines.
• Help maintain a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
• Assist children with social, emotional, and self-help skills throughout the day.
• Prepare materials, set up learning centers, and help with classroom organization.
• Supervise children during indoor and outdoor play, meals/snacks, and rest time.
• Communicate positively with students, families, and colleagues.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and school events as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children in a school, daycare, or camp setting preferred.
• Warm, patient, and collaborative disposition.
• Ability to follow directions, take initiative, and support classroom management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• High school diploma required; coursework or credentials in early childhood education a plus.