Preschool Instructional Assistant - Maternity Leave

North White School Corporation; Monon (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

ReNEW Schools is seeking a Preschool Instructional Assistant to cover maternity leave in our Indiana program. You will support a preschool teacher, help create a safe, welcoming learning environment, and assist with daily routines.

The role focuses on guiding young children, supporting small groups, and adapting activities to individual needs. This temporary position runs from late September to early January, with opportunities to support classroom activities as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children preferred.
• Patience, flexibility, and strong teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow teacher guidance and respond to individual student needs.
• Must meet district employment requirements and complete required background checks.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom activities, play, and daily routines.
• Work with individual students and small groups under the teacher’s direction.
• Help children develop communication, social, and independence skills.
• Assist with meals, toileting, hygiene, and transitions as needed.
• Support students with diverse learning needs and follow teacher-directed accommodations and behavior supports.
• Prepare materials, maintain an organized classroom, and supervise students.
• Maintain student confidentiality and communicate effectively with staff.

Skills

Experience with children

Patience

Teamwork

Follow teacher guidance

Background checks

Job description

Preschool Instructional Assistant — Maternity Leave Coverage

Dates: September 25–January 5

Position Type: Temporary

We are seeking a caring and dependable Preschool Instructional Assistant to support our classroom during a maternity leave. The assistant will work closely with the preschool teacher to create a safe, welcoming environment where young children can learn and grow.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom activities, play, and daily routines.
• Work with individual students and small groups under the teacher’s direction.
• Help children develop communication, social, and independence skills.
• Assist with meals, toileting, hygiene, and transitions as needed.
• Support students with diverse learning needs and follow teacher-directed accommodations and behavior supports.
• Prepare materials, maintain an organized classroom, and supervise students.
• Maintain student confidentiality and communicate effectively with staff.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children preferred.
• Patience, flexibility, and strong teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow teacher guidance and respond to individual student needs.
• Must meet district employment requirements and complete required background checks.