Preschool Teacher Assistant

Priceless Treasures Preschool and Childcare; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Company parties

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Priceless Treasures Preschool and Childcare is seeking a caring Assistant Teacher for our Preschool Promise classroom. You will support the lead teacher, help with activities and small groups, and help maintain a safe, welcoming learning environment.

Ideal candidates enjoy working with young children, are reliable and team oriented, and can follow lesson plans and directions. This role offers a collaborative team, opportunities for development, and a chance to contribute to children's early

Qualifications

• Must have Oregon Registry Step 5 or higher.
• Experience with preschool-aged children preferred.
• Must meet Oregon DELC/Preschool Promise training requirements.
• Reliable, dependable, and able to work well with a team.
• Patient, nurturing, and able to support children with diverse needs.
• Able to follow classroom routines, lesson plans, and directions from the lead teacher.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the lead teacher throughout the day.
• Helping with classroom activities, small groups, and learning experiences.
• Supporting positive behavior and classroom routines.
• Assisting with meals, transitions, playground time, and rest time.
• Helping maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming classroom.
• Building positive relationships with children and families.

Skills

Caring

Dependable

Team oriented

Education

Oregon Registry Step 5

Preschool Promise training

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Priceless Treasures Preschool and Childcare is looking for a caring, dependable, and team-oriented Assistant Teacher to join our Preschool Promise classroom!

We’re looking for someone who enjoys working with preschool-aged children, can work well as part of a team, and is excited to support children’s learning and development.

Requirements:

• Must be at least Oregon Registry Step 5
• Experience working with preschool-aged children preferred
• Must meet Oregon DELC/Preschool Promise training requirements
• Reliable, dependable, and able to work well with a team
• Patient, nurturing, and comfortable supporting children with a variety of needs
• Able to follow classroom routines, lesson plans, and direction from the lead teacher

The role includes:

• Supporting the lead teacher throughout the day
• Helping with classroom activities, small groups, and learning experiences
• Supporting positive behavior and classroom routines
• Assisting with meals, transitions, playground time, and rest time
• Helping maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming classroom
• Building positive relationships with children and families

We are looking for someone who wants to be part of a supportive team and genuinely enjoys working with young children.