Teacher Assistant Preschool Metuchen, NJ

Apple Montessori Schools; Metuchen (NJ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental and vision benefits

ICHRA health reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional development

Life Insurance

PTO

Job summary

Apple Montessori Schools in Metuchen, NJ is seeking a dedicated Teacher Assistant Preschool to support Lead Teachers in a nurturing Montessori setting. This role focuses on helping create a safe, engaging classroom environment while fostering independence and curiosity in young learners.

You will assist with lesson plans, maintain student records, and communicate with families. A part-time schedule aligns with school hours and offers growth through professional development.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (required).
• CPR / First Aid certification or willingness to obtain upon hire.
• Genuine love of children.
• Physically able to kneel, bend, squat, lift, push, pull, and carry children.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe, clean, and engaging learning environment for all students.
• Collaborate with the Lead Teacher to support and implement lesson plans.
• Maintain accurate student records and assist with family communication.
• Encourage positive self-image while supporting individuality, independence, and creativity.
• Model appropriate social behavior and actively engage with students.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, trainings, and mentorship programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Health and safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Teacher Assistant Preschool

Location: Metuchen, NJ

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 1:00pm or 1:00 pm - 6:30 pm

As a Teacher Assistant at Apple Montessori Schools, you’ll have the opportunity to turn your passion for working with children into a meaningful career in Early Childhood Education. You will work closely with Lead Teachers to support children as they explore, grow, and build independence in a nurturing Montessori environment. Our Teacher Assistants provide warmth, encouragement, and guidance as children try new experiences, form friendships, and develop confidence and curiosity.

As a member of our teaching team, some of your responsibilities will include:

• Ensure a safe, clean, and engaging learning environment for all students
• Collaborate with the Lead Teacher to support and implement lesson plans
• Maintain accurate student records and assist with family communication
• Encourage positive self-image while supporting individuality, independence, and creativity
• Model appropriate social behavior and actively engage with students
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, trainings, and mentorship programs

What Apple Montessori Schools can offer you:

• A values-driven workplace centered on Integrity, Passion, Caring, and Pursuit of Excellence
• Dental and vision benefit options for eligible employees
• Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA)
  • Allows eligible employees to receive employer-funded reimbursements for individual Marketplace health insurance premiums
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance through Wishbone
• Paid Time Off (PTO) to support work-life balance (for eligible employees)
• 65% Childcare Discount
• Discount on personal Verizon Wireless accounts

As an IACET Accredited Provider, Apple Montessori Schools offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard.

• "(Apple Montessori Schools) is accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard. IACET is recognized internationally as a standard development organization and accrediting body that promotes quality of continuing education and training."

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• CPR / First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain upon hire
• A genuine love of children.
• Physically able to kneel, bend, squat, lift, push, pull, and carry children
• An understanding of health and safety guidelines.
• Capacity to multi-task and function in an ever-changing environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal