Preschool Teacher Assistant

Chesterbrook-Academy; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Sick days

401k with company match

Tuition discounts

Professional development

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Chesterbrook-Academy is seeking an Assistant Teacher to provide a safe, nurturing classroom and support partner teachers in daily operations. This role offers a clear path to lead teacher responsibilities as you grow professionally.

You will help foster social and emotional growth, collaborate with staff, communicate with families, and maintain an organized, engaging classroom environment for students in our program.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Prior experience working with children preferred.
• Must be able to pass a state and federal background check.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and nurturing environment for students.
• Collaborate with partner teachers to ensure classroom operations.
• Promote social and emotional development in students.
• Work with faculty and staff to support the program.
• Communicate with parents or guardians and maintain engagement.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Background check clearance

Experience with children

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

What We Offer

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our full-time employees, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid holidays and sick days
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition discounts for your children
• Professional development
• Education reimbursement and partnerships

About the Role

As an Assistant Teacher, you will provide a safe and nurturing environment for students, working with your partner teachers to ensure the successful operation of the classroom. This is an amazing opportunity for an individual seeking to grow their career in education and progress into a lead teacher role.

You will also…

• Promote positive development of social and emotional competencies in students
• Collaborate with other faculty and staff members
• Communicate with parents or guardians
• Maintain a well-organized and engaging classroom environment

What We Are Looking For

• High school graduate or GED
• Prior experience working with children preferred
• Ability to successfully pass a state and federal background check
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and ability to connect with students